California Sen. Dianne Feinstein wants to see the sentences for two border patrol agents reduced. The pair was convicted of covering up their roles in the shooting of a drug smuggler. Jodi Breisler reports from Capitol Hill.
Feinstein called a Senate hearing to look at the circumstances surrounding the convictions of Ignacio Ramos and Jose Compean. The two were convicted for shooting a drug smuggler in the behind and then covering it up. They've been sentenced for over 10 years. Feinstein says it inspires congressional action.
Feinstein: I'm one that believes this sentence is disproportionate. Now what we can do about that remains another subject.
At the hearing, San Diego's Duncan Hunter suggested a congressional pardon. While it doesn't currently exist, he says some lawyers say it's a possibility. Feinstein wants to take another look at the sentencing guidelines Congress has passed. Their case is currently being appealed.
From Washington, I'm Jodi Breisler for KPBS Radio.
