WASHINGTON – Today on the floor, U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) discussed President Biden’s decision to pardon his son, Hunter Biden, after repeated claims from his administration to the contrary. Excerpts of Sen. Cornyn’s remarks are below, and video can be found here.

“This is blatant corruption, and an abuse of the office, and a blatant example by President Biden of him continuing to mislead and lie to the American people.”

“Justice means nothing if it’s not applied evenhandedly.”

“The notion that someone could be above the law simply because his father happens to be president is an affront to law-abiding citizens.”

“It’s frankly absurd and contrary to all available facts for President Biden to claim that his son was selectively and unfairly prosecuted, especially after a sweetheart deal that was almost struck in his favor.”

“Hunter Biden was rightfully prosecuted for committing crimes and breaking the law, and it’s unfair and selective for this President to single out his son for a pardon, and it sets a horrible example for future administrations.”