Biden pardons thousands convicted of marijuana charges on federal lands and in Washington

President Joe Biden pardoned thousands of people convicted of marijuana use and possession on federal lands and in the District of Columbia. This is part of his effort to address racial disparities in the justice system. The pardon builds on a previous round that focused on simple possession on federal lands. Biden is also granting clemency to 11 people serving long sentences for nonviolent drug offenses. Biden calls on governors and local leaders to follow suit and erase marijuana convictions.

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