In a bold and controversial move, President Joe Biden has pardoned his son, Hunter Biden, spanning a decade of alleged crimes, sparking calls for similar leniency towards Donald Trump.

Biden's recent pardon of his son has led to a significant public push for a pardon of Donald Trump as well, as the Daily Mail reports.

On Sunday, President Biden declared a presidential pardon for Hunter Biden for any criminal activities in which he may have been involved or implicated between Jan. 1, 2014, and Dec. 1, 2024.

He characterized the prosecution of his son as "selective" and "unfair," a statement that immediately ignited discussions across various platforms.

The pardon, covering a broad spectrum of potential offenses including gun charges and tax evasion, was unexpected as the White House had previously denied any intentions to intervene.

This decision cancels the upcoming sentencing for Hunter's gun and tax cases scheduled for mid-December.

Hunter's involvement with the Ukrainian company Burisma and other overseas business dealings are also included in this sweeping pardon. President Biden has often emphasized his stance of non-interference with the Justice Department but cited a miscarriage of justice in cases involving his son.

Pardon Ignites Debate on Political Fairness

Following Biden's announcement, social media became a hotbed for debate. Numerous users drew parallels between Hunter's situation and the legal challenges that have faced former President Donald Trump, urging Biden to extend the same mercy towards Trump.

Trump, up until recently, faced a federal election interference case, faces a state case in Georgia, and has been convicted in New York on charges of falsifying business records -- a conviction that only the New York governor can pardon.

President Biden, in his statement, lamented the political motivations he perceives as driving the charges against his son, suggesting that Hunter was targeted because of his familial ties.

Social Media Reacts to Presidential Pardon

Notable social media commentary included pointed criticisms and support for Biden’s decision. Mike Solana sarcastically suggested that Biden could become a "legend" by pardoning Trump and making a bold political statement.

Fischer King supported Biden's action as typical of what any father might do, while another user argued that if Hunter was pardoned for political reasons, Trump should be afforded the same consideration.

Hunter Biden expressed remorse over his past actions, attributing his mistakes to his struggle with addiction. He has maintained sobriety for over five years and has committed to making amends.

Biden’s Decision Stirs National Conversation

Joe Biden stated that despite his resolve to let the Justice Department operate independently, the overt politicization of his son’s cases by congressional opponents compelled him to act.

He emphasized the necessity of the pardon after concluding a miscarriage of justice had occurred.

"No reasonable person who looks at the facts of Hunter's cases can reach any other conclusion than Hunter was singled out only because he is my son - and that is wrong," said Biden, justifying his unprecedented decision.

As the story develops, the implications of this pardon on the political landscape and Biden’s presidency continue to unfold.

The calls for Trump's pardon are growing louder, mirroring the contentious and divided nature of current U.S. politics.