Special Counsel Dismisses President Biden’s Claim Regarding Hunter Biden’s Prosecution
Special counsel David Weiss refuted President Biden’s assertion that his son, Hunter Biden, was unfairly prosecuted for federal tax and gun crimes. Weiss argued that the grand jury’s decision to charge Hunter should not be dismissed despite the president’s pardon. He emphasized that there was no evidence to support Hunter’s claims of selective prosecution.
President Biden Pardons Hunter Biden
President Biden granted a pardon to his son, Hunter, citing unfair treatment by the Justice Department. The president maintained that Hunter was targeted because of their relationship, leading to a miscarriage of justice.
Weiss countered these claims, stating that judges in Hunter’s tax and gun cases rejected the notion of selective prosecution. He highlighted the lack of evidence supporting Hunter’s allegations.
Hunter Biden’s Legal Troubles
Hunter Biden pleaded guilty to tax evasion charges and was convicted of federal gun crimes. Despite his father’s pardon, he is still scheduled to be sentenced for both cases.
