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politics1 year ago

"Hunter Biden's Deposition: Burisma, Addiction, and GOP Backfire"

During a seven-hour deposition with House Republicans, Hunter Biden disputed claims of his father's involvement in his business dealings, denied discussing business with his father, and defended his close-knit family ties. He also addressed his past substance abuse, invoked Jared Kushner's business dealings, and criticized the Republicans' double standard. Despite the lack of evidence supporting their claims, House Republicans plan to hold a public hearing with Hunter Biden to address discrepancies in his statements.

politics1 year ago

"Key Moments from Hunter Biden's Testimony in Front of House Republicans"

The transcript of Hunter Biden's combative deposition with Republican lawmakers was released, revealing a contentious testimony that delved into his overseas business dealings, his battle with addiction, and the Biden family's "brand." Hunter Biden vehemently denied under oath that his father financially benefited from his business work and defended his family's legacy. The deposition also touched on emails, text messages, and a disputed laptop, as well as attempts by Democrats to redirect the focus to Donald Trump's family and business operations.

politics1 year ago

"Hunter Biden Testifies Before House Republicans, Shaping Fate of Impeachment Inquiry"

Hunter Biden addressed numerous allegations during a six-hour closed-door session with Republican lawmakers, invoking his struggles with addiction and denying any major bombshells. He explained putting his father on speakerphone as a common practice due to family tragedies, refuted claims about a 'big guy' email, acknowledged a college recommendation letter, contrasted his foreign business dealings with Jared Kushner's, reiterated that none of his money went to his father, and clarified a 2014 Beijing meeting as a rope-line event. Democratic Rep. Jamie Raskin called for an end to the impeachment inquiry following Hunter Biden's testimony.

politics1 year ago

"GOP Faces Hunter Biden's Rebuttal in Public Hearing"

Hunter Biden responded to questions in a closed-door deposition for the impeachment inquiry by pointing out a deal between Jared Kushner's private equity firm and Saudi Arabia, questioning why it wasn't being investigated. Kushner's firm reportedly received $2 billion in investment from Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund. Hunter Biden also stated that the impeachment inquiry was based on a lack of evidence and accused the committees of pursuing a partisan political agenda.

politics1 year ago

"Hunter Biden's Testimony Sparks Controversy Over Business Deal Claims and GOP Inquiries"

Hunter Biden faced criticism after claiming his father, President Biden, was not involved in his business dealings during a closed-door deposition as part of the ongoing impeachment inquiry. Critics accused Hunter of perjury and pointed to evidence suggesting Joe Biden's involvement in Hunter's foreign business deals. Despite Hunter's claims, his ex-business associates testified that Joe Biden met with the chairman of a Chinese energy firm and visited the White House multiple times. Hunter defended himself, addressing his past mistakes and hoping to end the "baseless and destructive political charade."

politics1 year ago

"Hunter Biden Denies Father's Involvement in Business, Challenges GOP Claims"

Hunter Biden testified before House Republicans in a closed-door deposition, asserting that his father, President Biden, was not involved in his business dealings and calling the impeachment inquiry a "baseless and destructive political charade." The inquiry, which has focused on allegations of the president profiting from family members' foreign business dealings, has yet to uncover evidence of impeachable offenses. Hunter Biden's attorney dismissed the inquiry as based on dishonest allegations, while Republicans argue that the president was involved in his son's business dealings, which both Bidens deny. The inquiry is now moving into its "next phase," including a public hearing with Hunter Biden.

politics1 year ago

"Congressman Comer Raises Alarms Over FBI Informant's Arrest in Biden Business Probe"

Rep. James Comer, R-Ky., chairman of the House Oversight Committee, has revealed findings from the ongoing investigation into the Biden family's business dealings, calling them "very concerning." The probe has uncovered patterns of communication between Joe Biden and individuals who wired his family millions of dollars, as well as allegations of influence-peddling and shady financial transactions with Russian oligarchs. Comer also criticized the Biden family's alleged ties to China and expressed frustration with the intelligence community's role in what he perceives as a cover-up of the Bidens' activities.

politics1 year ago

"James Biden's Testimony on Brother's Business Involvement Sparks GOP Controversy"

GOP lawmakers accused James Biden of contradicting himself during his testimony on his brother's involvement in the family business, claiming that he initially denied being part of a deal with his nephew Hunter Biden and business associates but later changed his story when presented with an agreement bearing his signature. The interview, part of House Republicans' impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden, lasted over eight hours, with lawmakers alleging that James Biden's responses contradicted his opening statement and that he avoided directly answering investigators' questions. Despite recent developments undermining a central claim of the GOP investigation, Republicans intend to push ahead with their broader probe into the Biden family's overseas finances.

politics1 year ago

"Tony Bobulinski's Explosive Testimony Exposes Biden Family Business"

Hunter Biden's ex-business associate Tony Bobulinski testified that Joe Biden is "the Big Guy" and provided "unshakeable" testimony behind closed doors at the House Oversight and Judiciary Committees, alleging that Joe Biden was involved in his son's business dealings and accusing him of lying to the American people. Bobulinski claimed to have personally met with Biden in 2017 and stated that the Biden family's foreign influence peddling operation sold out to foreign actors seeking access to the United States government. House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer supported Bobulinski's testimony, while the top Democrat on the committee, Jamie Raskin, stated that Bobulinski's testimony did not indicate any criminal activity by President Biden.

politics1 year ago

"Jared Kushner Stands by Saudi Business Ties Despite Criticism"

Jared Kushner, former adviser to Donald Trump, defended his business dealings with Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, who has been implicated in the killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi. Kushner, who started a private equity firm after leaving the White House, received a reported $2 billion investment from the Saudi sovereign wealth fund, drawing scrutiny from Democrats. He dismissed concerns about conflicts of interest and defended the prince, stating that he had not seen the intelligence report concluding the prince likely approved Khashoggi's killing. He also expressed disinterest in rejoining the White House if Trump wins the 2024 presidential election.

politics1 year ago

"Ex-Associate Testifies: Biden Family's Alleged Business Dealings Under Scrutiny"

Former Biden family business associate Tony Bobulinski made unproven claims about President Joe Biden's involvement in his family's overseas business deals during a closed-door House interview, alleging that Joe Biden was deeply involved and benefited from the business. However, his claims remain uncorroborated and have been undercut by other key witnesses. Democrats have criticized Republicans for using Bobulinski's allegations to implicate the president in criminal activities, while Republicans have seized on emails to argue that Joe Biden was involved in business with his son.

politics2 years ago

"Former Hunter Biden Associate Affirms: President Biden Uninvolved in Business Dealings"

Hunter Biden's business associate Rob Walker testified before congressional investigators, stating that President Joe Biden was "never involved" in any of his son's business activities. Walker emphasized that the allegations against the Bidens are "unfounded" and that there was always a clear boundary between any business and the president. His testimony came as part of the House impeachment inquiry against President Biden, with details emerging about financial transactions and business dealings involving the Biden family.

politics2 years ago

"Associates Affirm: Joe Biden Uninvolved in Family Business Dealings"

Hunter Biden's business associate, John Robinson Walker, stated in a closed-door interview that President Joe Biden was never involved in any of his business dealings with Hunter Biden. Walker's testimony contradicts Republican allegations and impeachment inquiries. He also mentioned an interaction with Joe Biden at a lunch meeting with foreign business associates, but emphasized that the president was not involved in their business activities. Walker expressed concerns about his testimony being taken out of context and requested that any public statements include the entire transcript.

politics2 years ago

"Biden Family Associates Deny President's Involvement in Business Dealings"

Rob Walker, a longtime business associate of Hunter Biden, told the GOP-led House Oversight Committee that President Joe Biden "was never involved" in Hunter Biden's business dealings, emphasizing that there was always a clear boundary between any business and the president. Hunter Biden has agreed to testify behind closed doors at the end of February, with concerns about Republicans mischaracterizing his testimony. The committee is seeking to determine whether there are "sufficient grounds" for impeachment of the president, while Hunter Biden and his allies view the probe as an effort to smear his father's political career.

politics2 years ago

"Biden Family Business Associate Denies Contact with Joe Biden, Lawyer Confirms"

A former business associate of Hunter and James Biden, Mervyn Yan, told Congress that he had no contact with President Joe Biden, refuting allegations of the president's involvement in his family's business dealings. Yan's lawyer stated that he never had any communication with Biden and does not possess any information regarding the president's alleged involvement. House Republicans are cross examining Yan's claims, while Democrats maintain that there is no evidence of wrongdoing by President Biden in relation to his family's business dealings.