Biden Commutes Nearly 2,500 Nonviolent Drug Sentences

President Joe Biden made headlines by issuing nearly 2,500 commutations for nonviolent drug offenses, setting a new record for a single day and bringing his total to over 4,000, far surpassing his predecessors. This action aims to correct sentencing disparities linked to outdated drug laws, as Biden emphasized the importance of addressing historic wrongs. Concurrently, Biden's farewell address highlighted the dangers of oligarchy, warning against the concentration of power among the ultra-wealthy and its threat to democracy. He described the current situation as a growing oligarchy that undermines citizens' rights and opportunities. Additionally, there are calls for Biden to grant clemency to Charles Littlejohn, a former IRS contractor who leaked tax records of the wealthy, underscoring the disparity in sentencing for nonviolent crimes versus serious offenses like the January 6 Capitol Riot. As Biden's presidency winds down, discussions around his regulatory actions and the potential for Republicans to reverse them also loom large in the political landscape.