In a news conference held during the G7 summit in Italy, President Joe Biden confirmed that he will not be pardoning or commuting the sentence of his son, Hunter Biden, who was recently convicted on three gun-related charges.

When asked about the possibility of a commutation, President Biden responded with a decisive "No." He further reiterated his stance on not pardoning Hunter, stating that he would abide by the jury decision. President Biden expressed his pride in his son's progress, highlighting his ability to overcome addiction and describing him as a bright and decent individual.

Prior to the conviction, President Biden made it clear that he would accept the jury's verdict in his son's case. In an interview last Thursday, he ruled out the possibility of a pardon, affirming his acceptance of the trial outcome.

Hunter Biden's conviction marks a historic event as the first trial of a sitting U.S. president's offspring. The three felony counts related to his possession of a firearm while using narcotics carry maximum prison sentences of 10 years and 5 years. Hunter Biden could face over a year in prison based on federal sentencing guidelines, with the final decision resting with the judge overseeing the case. Additionally, each count carries a maximum fine of $250,000.

At present, no sentencing date has been set for Hunter Biden. However, he is also facing federal tax charges in California, with the trial scheduled to begin in September.

President Biden's decision to refrain from pardoning or commuting his son's sentence comes as a reaffirmation of his commitment to uphold the jury's decision and respect the judicial process.