Hunter Biden is set to be arraigned on nine federal tax charges in California, with prosecutors alleging a "four-year scheme" to evade paying at least $1.4 million in federal taxes. The charges include three felony and six misdemeanor counts related to failure to file and pay taxes, evasion of assessment, and filing a false or fraudulent tax return. If convicted, he faces up to 17 years in prison. The investigation into Hunter Biden's personal finances and foreign business dealings has led to an impeachment inquiry into President Biden, but no wrongdoing by the president has been uncovered. IRS whistleblowers have alleged intentional slow-walking and preferential treatment in the federal investigation into Hunter Biden, while he has faced scrutiny for refusing to comply with a congressional subpoena.
House Republicans are determined to investigate Hunter Biden's financial and personal ties to Hollywood attorney Kevin Morris, who allegedly lent him millions of dollars to pay off back taxes. They question why Morris would pay such a large sum and what he may be getting in return. The IRS whistleblowers have raised concerns about potential campaign finance crimes in Joe Biden's campaign, but the Justice Department has refused to investigate. Morris, referred to as Biden's "sugar brother," is being sought for questioning, but his cooperation is uncertain. House Republicans argue that Hunter Biden's actions, including defying a congressional subpoena and holding a press conference, create a constitutional crisis. They plan to follow up with Morris' attorneys to obtain his testimony and believe that evidence contradicts Joe Biden's claims of non-involvement in his son's business dealings.
Hunter Biden, son of President Biden, has been indicted on nine counts of tax crimes, including failure to file and pay taxes, evasion of assessment, and filing a false or fraudulent tax return. The indictment alleges that Hunter Biden engaged in a four-year scheme to avoid paying at least $1.4 million in federal income taxes. The charges stem from his lavish spending on personal items, which he classified as business expenses, instead of paying taxes. The indictment also references his business relationships and a $1 million payment from a Chinese businessman. Hunter Biden's attorney claims that the charges would not have been brought if his last name were not Biden. The White House declined to respond, and the indictment comes as House Republicans pursue an impeachment inquiry into President Biden.
IRS whistleblowers are testifying behind closed doors, alleging that the federal investigation into Hunter Biden has been influenced by politics. Meanwhile, gold bars found in the home of a Democratic senator have been traced back to a violent robbery. In other news, a father is taking legal action after a school district refuses to display a straight pride symbol, Panera is hit with a second wrongful death lawsuit, and President Trump is set to join 'Hannity' for an Iowa town hall.
The House Judiciary Committee has subpoenaed Lesley Wolf, an assistant U.S. attorney, in their expanding inquiry into claims made by two IRS whistleblowers regarding her actions in the investigation of Hunter Biden. The whistleblowers accused Wolf of deviating from standard investigative procedures and impeding their efforts to collect evidence. The subpoena indicates resistance from the Justice Department to allow congressional investigators to speak with a "line attorney" over a political appointee. The committee has already heard from other individuals involved in the investigation, including high-level FBI personnel. The GOP investigators view the Biden investigation as part of a larger probe into the Biden family.
Two IRS professionals have contradicted US Attorney General Merrick Garland's claim that US Attorney David Weiss had the authority to bring charges against Hunter Biden. The professionals stated that Weiss needed authorization from the Department of Justice (DOJ) Tax division to make charging decisions. This contradicts Garland's assertion that Weiss had the power to bring charges without anyone being able to refuse. The revelations raise questions about the plea deal offered to Hunter Biden and the ongoing investigation, leading to concerns of a potential cover-up.
House Republicans have accused Hunter Biden's legal team of intimidating and harassing two IRS whistleblowers involved in the Hunter Biden tax probe. The Republicans claim that Biden's attorneys slandered the whistleblowers and urged the Department of Justice to prosecute them. They have requested information about any attempts by Biden's legal team to encourage action against the whistleblowers. The accusations come as House Speaker Kevin McCarthy is expected to endorse an impeachment inquiry into President Biden's alleged involvement in his son's business dealings.
U.S. Attorney David C. Weiss, who has been leading the investigation into Hunter Biden, reportedly did not plan to charge him until IRS whistleblowers came forward about his alleged tax fraud. Weiss was willing to conclude the investigation without a plea deal, but after the whistleblowers spoke out, he suddenly demanded that Biden plead guilty to tax offenses. Negotiations between Weiss and Biden's legal team began in January, and a plea bargain fell through last month. Weiss has been elevated to special counsel, allowing him to widen the scope of his investigation.
Special counsel David Weiss initially considered ending the Hunter Biden probe without charges, but changed course around the time two IRS whistleblowers accused the Justice Department of stonewalling the case. Weiss proposed a "diversion agreement" where Hunter Biden would avoid charges if he paid back taxes and gave up gun ownership. However, the proposal was taken off the table when the whistleblowers emerged, and Weiss demanded that Hunter Biden plead guilty to tax misdemeanors. The deals collapsed, and Weiss may pursue more serious charges, while Hunter Biden's lawyers argue the gun deal is still valid.
Democrats are dismissing the testimony of two IRS whistleblowers who alleged that the Justice Department interfered in the investigation into Hunter Biden. Democrats believe the whistleblowers are misconstruing third-hand information and wasting time on the matter. The whistleblowers claimed that the investigation into Hunter Biden was handled unusually, with slow-walking investigative steps and efforts to tip off Hunter before actions were taken. House Republicans, on the other hand, find the whistleblowers credible and believe their testimony has been corroborated by the FBI. The whistleblowers are taking personal risks by coming forward, and lawmakers commend their courage.
Two IRS whistleblowers testified before Congress, alleging that the U.S. Justice Department officials hindered the investigation into Hunter Biden, President Joe Biden's son. The whistleblowers claimed that decisions were made to benefit Hunter Biden throughout the investigation, and that they were discouraged from pursuing the case fully. They also alleged that Hunter Biden improperly claimed business deductions for personal expenses. Republican lawmakers supported the credibility of the whistleblowers, while Democrats argued that there was no evidence of interference or wrongdoing by President Biden or his administration.
The House Oversight Committee is set to hear testimony from two IRS whistleblowers who allege mishandling of the Hunter Biden criminal probe, sparking controversy among House Republicans and calls for the impeachment of Attorney General Merrick Garland. The whistleblowers claim that the Justice Department obstructed the investigation into Hunter Biden's tax issues and targeted conservatives. The testimony has reignited calls for potential impeachment proceedings against Garland, with House Speaker Kevin McCarthy expressing openness to an impeachment inquiry. The whistleblowers also allege that US Attorney David Weiss, overseeing the Hunter Biden probe, was denied special counsel status and could not make final charging decisions against the president's son. Republicans have seized on these claims, while the White House emphasizes that Weiss was appointed by Trump.
Hunter Biden's attorney accuses House GOP lawmakers of attempting to derail his plea agreement by promoting "false allegations" from IRS whistleblowers. The attorney claims that the timing of the leaks and subsequent release of statements were intended to undermine the ongoing judicial proceedings. The attorney also questions the motives and credibility of the whistleblowers' testimony. The IRS whistleblowers' lawyers responded, stating that the accusations against their client are baseless and that they have been referred for investigation as potential obstruction.
George Washington University law professor Jonathan Turley warned that if "half" of the IRS whistleblowers’ claims are true, then Hunter Biden’s tax evasion investigation’s "integrity and credibility would be greatly undermined." The House Ways and Means Committee released testimony from two IRS whistleblowers who said officials at the Justice Department, FBI and IRS interfered with the investigation of the tax evasion case against Hunter Biden. The whistleblowers said decisions in the case seemed to be "influenced by politics."
George Washington University law professor Jonathan Turley warned that if "half" of the IRS whistleblowers’ claims are true, then Hunter Biden’s tax evasion investigation’s "integrity and credibility would be greatly undermined." The House Ways and Means Committee released testimony from two IRS whistleblowers who said officials at the Justice Department, FBI and IRS interfered with the investigation of the tax evasion case against Hunter Biden. The whistleblowers said decisions in the case seemed to be "influenced by politics."
