President Joe Biden has posthumously pardoned the renowned Black nationalist and civil rights leader Marcus Garvey, along with four other individuals, including Virginia House Speaker Don Scott. The pardons are part of an effort to rectify past injustices and acknowledge the contributions of activists who fought for civil rights. Biden’s actions have been met with public support, particularly from Garvey’s family, who have long advocated for his pardon. Biden described the importance of redemption and the implications of these pardons for the individuals concerned.