First Thing: Biden issues ‘full and unconditional’ pardon to son Hunter

The president reverses his pledge not to use his executive authority in this way, claiming that his son's prosecution was politically motivated. Plus: scientists ask whether humans are hardwired to commit bad deeds

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Joe Biden has granted a full and unconditional" pardon to his son Hunter Biden, days before he was due to be sentenced for convictions on federal gun and tax charges, the US president said in a statement released by the White House on Sunday.

How did Republicans respond? Donald Trump called the decision such an abuse and miscarriage of justice". Trump, too, has used executive authority to help a relative - he pardoned Charles Kushner, the father of his son-in-law Jared Kushner in 2020.

How will Canada secure its border? LeBlanc said Canada would procure more drones and police helicopters and redeploy personnel.