US President Joe Biden’s son, Hunter Biden, has offered a guilty plea to two misdemeanour crimes related to tax payment delays in a federal court. Additionally, he has agreed to acknowledge the illegal possession of a gun while being a drug user.
Last month, a plea deal was announced, potentially keeping the US first son out of jail. Notably, this marks the first time the child of a sitting president has faced charges from the justice department.
The case stems from a five-year investigation into Hunter Biden’s finances, which culminated in the court hearing in Wilmington, Delaware.
While the misdemeanour tax charges are relatively minor, congressional Republicans have introduced more serious allegations against Hunter Biden in committee hearings. They claim that he is receiving special treatment due to his father’s position as president.
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The House of Representatives Oversight Committee is examining various allegations against Hunter Biden and has already heard from a whistleblower who accused the justice department of deliberately delaying the tax investigation.
As the allegations and investigations continue, politicians from both sides are expected to use these events to push their narratives, and the matter is likely to remain complex and potentially confusing for many voters.
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