Special counsel David Weiss plans to indict Hunter Biden by the end of the month on a felony gun charge, following the collapse of a plea deal and ongoing disputes over a pretrial diversion agreement.
Federal prosecutors are expected to seek a grand jury indictment of Hunter Biden, President Joe Biden's son, before the end of September in a gun possession case, while he is also under investigation for his business dealings.
Despite facing mounting legal troubles, Hunter Biden appeared relaxed as he took a stroll in Malibu, just a day after Special Counsel David Weiss announced plans to seek an indictment against him for purchasing a gun while using drugs.
Hunter Biden has filed a lawsuit against a former Trump White House aide, Garrett Ziegler, accusing him of illegally accessing and disseminating his data online.
Hunter Biden, the son of US President Joe Biden, has been indicted on charges of making false statements on a federal firearms form and illegal possession of a firearm, marking the first time in US history that the child of a sitting president has been charged by the Justice Department; the indictment follows the collapse of a previous plea deal and could potentially impact President Biden's 2024 reelection bid.
There is "no indication" that Hunter Biden tax charges will be dropped after his indictment, according to a former U.S. attorney.
Hunter Biden's lawyer alleges that House Republicans' political pressure influenced the indictment of the president's son on charges related to gun possession.
Hunter Biden's indictment on federal gun charges adds to the polarizing political divide in America, with one side believing it's a result of a deep state conspiracy orchestrated by Joe Biden's Department of Justice, while the other side sees it as unfair pursuit and a distraction from their own legal issues.
Gun advocacy groups are supporting the firearms charges against Hunter Biden because they believe that all individuals, including the son of President Joe Biden, should be treated equally under the law.
The FBI has established a dedicated unit to investigate threats against agents and prosecutors involved in the Hunter Biden case, as right-wing individuals accuse them of being too lenient, despite the recent indictment of Hunter Biden on federal felony charges for lying on a gun form; however, critics argue that Hunter Biden's alleged crimes would never have been prosecuted if he weren't the president's son.
Summary: The article discusses the impact of Hunter Biden's legal troubles on the Biden campaign, the need for investigations into Hunter Biden's influence-peddling, the challenges facing the impeachment process, the dysfunction of Congress, the departure of Senator Mitt Romney, and the breakdown of collegiality in the Senate.
The criminal indictment against Hunter Biden for illegal gun possession may challenge the new and broader interpretation of the 2nd Amendment that protects gun rights, as conservative courts argue that regulatory laws infringe on constitutional grounds.
Hunter Biden's indictment on federal gun charges could potentially overlap with his father's re-election campaign, with the best case scenario being a quick resolution and the worst case scenario being a guilty verdict shortly before voters make their decision.
Joe Biden's son Hunter Biden's legal troubles and potential trials stemming from his conduct during his drug addiction are raising concerns about how they could divide the president's attention during a crucial election year, as well as adding to the emotional toll on the Biden family.
Hunter Biden has been indicted and House Republicans have initiated an impeachment inquiry against President Biden, exposing the media's bias and their inability to protect the president from scandal.
Rep. Paul Gosar (R-Ariz.) expresses concerns that the federal gun charges against Hunter Biden may infringe on Second Amendment rights and believes that prosecuting the Biden family for higher crimes such as treason and bribery should be the focus instead.
Hunter Biden plans to plead not guilty to federal gun charges and is requesting for his initial court appearance to be held remotely, according to a court filing.
US President Joe Biden's son Hunter will plead not guilty to charges of illegally buying a gun while using drugs.
Republicans are disappointed with the three-felony gun charges filed against Hunter Biden, but legal experts view the indictment as unusually harsh and rare, with potential legal challenges due to the recent expansion of second amendment rights.
Hunter Biden should be required to attend his first court appearance on gun charges in person to ensure public confidence and consistent treatment with other defendants, according to special counsel David Weiss.
Potential tax charges against Hunter Biden faced obstacles when federal prosecutors in California and Washington, D.C. declined to assist U.S. Attorney David Weiss in charging him, leading to frustration and concerns about the investigation's future, according to testimony from an IRS law enforcement official obtained by POLITICO.
