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Youngkin condemns Biden’s clemency of two Virginia men

Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin (Republican) harshly criticized President Biden's decision to commute the sentences of 2,500 nonviolent drug offenders, including two men sentenced to life in prison for killing local police officers.

“I am beyond outraged that President Biden accepts responsibility for the brutal murders of Ferrone Claiborne and Terrence Richardson — a hero and a dedicated servant to our community, Officer Allen Gibson. It is simply unbelievable that we would announce a pardon for these two men,” Youngkin wrote. Saturday's statement.

“What makes this even more unconscionable is that U.S. Attorney Biden has recommended to the White House not to commute these sentences because they are violent criminals. The grief is unimaginable,” he added.

They were acquitted by a jury of the 1998 murder of Allen Gibson, but a judge still sentenced them to life in prison. appeala nonprofit news organization.

Despite the lack of physical evidence linking the men to the crime scene, Youngkin remains convinced that two men shot Gibson.

“Knowing that those who took Officer Gibson's life will be released is not only a grave injustice, but a heartbreaking blow to those who continue to mourn his sacrifice,” the Republican said in a statement. He cited President Obama's decision not to grant pardons. Generosity towards two prisoners.

“This is despicable. It's a tough day for justice and for families who trust our system to hold the guilty accountable.”

Claiborne and Richardson are scheduled for release in July.

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