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politics2 years ago

Special Counsel Weiss Affirms Politics Played No Role in Hunter Biden Probe, House to Subpoena Biden

Special Counsel David Weiss testified before the House Judiciary Committee, stating that he was not blocked or prevented from pursuing charges against Hunter Biden and that political considerations played no part in his decision-making. Weiss emphasized that he is the decision-maker in the case and that he is bound by federal law and DOJ guidelines. He also mentioned that he is currently conducting an ongoing investigation and prosecution, but will prepare a report at the conclusion of his work. House Republicans are conducting an impeachment inquiry against President Biden.

via Fox News|
#doj#house-judiciary-committee#hunter-biden-probe
politics2 years ago

House Judiciary to Question Special Counsel David Weiss on Hunter Biden Probe, Subpoenas Hunter Biden for Closed-Door Testimony

House Judiciary Committee investigators will question Special Counsel David Weiss regarding whistleblower allegations that politics influenced or hindered prosecutorial decisions in his investigation into Hunter Biden. Weiss, who has been leading the probe since 2018, will testify behind closed doors. Former and current Justice Department officials have testified voluntarily, confirming that Weiss needed approval from Main Justice in Washington to pursue charges against Hunter Biden. The investigation is ongoing, and Weiss will prepare a report to be made public at the conclusion of the matter.

via Fox News|
#house-judiciary-committee#hunter-biden-probe#politics
politics2 years ago

US Attorney Explains Why Hunter Biden Bribery Tip Warranted Further Scrutiny

Former US attorney Scott Brady, who vetted unverified claims about alleged Ukrainian bribes paid to the Bidens, testified to House lawmakers that he found some of the material credible enough to pass along to the prosecutor leading the Hunter Biden criminal probe. Brady acknowledged that his team never reviewed key evidence that undercut the bribery claims and did not determine whether the claims were true. While his testimony sheds new light on how his office vetted the tip, it does not support the GOP narrative that Joe Biden or his son Hunter Biden accepted a bribe. The FBI document, obtained by Congressional Republicans, describes an informant's claim that Ukrainian oligarch Mykola Zlochevsky spoke of paying $10 million in bribes to the Bidens, but the informant was unable to provide further opinion on the veracity of the claims. There is no evidence that Joe Biden was involved in Hunter Biden's work for Burisma or received payments tied to his son's foreign dealings.

via CNN|
#biden-bribery-claims#fbi-informant#house-republicans
politics2 years ago

"Insights from FBI Agent and IRS Whistleblower Shed Light on Hunter Biden Probe"

An FBI special agent involved in the Hunter Biden probe testified to the House Judiciary Committee that they did not believe politics played a role in the decision-making process during the federal investigation into President Biden's son. The agent stated that they did not see any favoritism towards Hunter Biden and that the investigation was being conducted deliberately. The agent also acknowledged that investigating the son of the president made the case more complicated but emphasized that the media's portrayal of the investigation did not align with how the FBI viewed it. The agent addressed allegations made by an IRS whistleblower, suggesting that there may be confusion or misunderstanding in the information communicated.

via Fox News|
#fbi#house-judiciary-committee#hunter-biden-probe
politics2 years ago

"IRS Whistleblower's Notes Expose Hunter Biden Probe, FBI Agent Disputes Claims"

Handwritten notes from IRS agent-turned-whistleblower Gary Shapley, who worked on the Hunter Biden probe, suggest that the U.S. Attorney leading the investigation, David Weiss, claimed he was not the deciding person regarding the case. The notes, taken during a meeting with participants from the FBI and IRS, provide the only contemporaneous documentation of the meeting. Shapley's testimony contradicts Attorney General Merrick Garland's assertion that Weiss had full authority over the investigation. The notes also touch on discussions about charging Hunter Biden with tax crimes in jurisdictions outside Delaware. The release of the notes adds to the ongoing debate over whether the investigation has been influenced by politics.

via POLITICO|
#david-weiss#hunter-biden-probe#irs-whistleblower
politics2 years ago

"Rep. Mike Turner discusses concerns with special counsel appointment on 'Face the Nation'"

Rep. Mike Turner, Republican House Intelligence Committee chair, expressed concerns about the appointment of Special Counsel David Weiss in the Hunter Biden probe, citing the expiration of statute limitations on critical felony charges against Hunter Biden. Turner also raised concerns about the $20 million in funds that came from foreign sources and were received by Hunter Biden, his family, and business associates. Additionally, Turner expressed concerns about the lack of transparency in the tentative agreement with Iran, calling for a formal deal with congressional oversight. He also suggested considering a ban on travel to Iran.

via CBS News|
#house-intelligence-committee#hunter-biden-probe#iran
politics2 years ago

Hunter Biden Controversies Overshadow President Biden's Agenda

U.S. Attorney David Weiss, who recently brought criminal charges against Hunter Biden, defended the investigation in a letter to House Judiciary Committee Chair Jim Jordan, pushing back against claims of impeded investigation and retaliation. Weiss reiterated his defense of the investigation and his authority over the matter. The plea deal with Hunter Biden, which includes misdemeanor tax counts and a felony gun charge, will have to be approved by a judge. An IRS agent involved in the case alleged that Weiss was denied special counsel status and that prosecutors in Delaware were prevented from bringing charges in other jurisdictions. Weiss denied these allegations and stated that he is unable to provide specific information related to the investigation at this time. House Republicans have requested interviews with Weiss and other investigators, but no commitment has been made.

via CBS News|
#gop-accusations#hunter-biden-probe#irs