Hunter Biden's attorney criticized the federal judge's decision to deny the dismissal of tax charges against him, claiming they will continue to challenge the "abnormal way" Special Counsel David Weiss handled the case. The charges allege a four-year scheme to evade paying $1.4 million in taxes, with Biden's lawyers arguing political pressure and immunity from a collapsed plea deal. The trial is tentatively set to begin on June 20, with Hunter Biden pleading not guilty to all charges.
Special Counsel David Weiss has strongly opposed Hunter Biden's request to subpoena former President Trump and other former officials, calling it "meritless and should be denied." Weiss argued that Biden's claims of bias and vindictiveness are baseless, pointing out that no charges were brought against him during the previous administration. He also highlighted that the charges against Biden were brought during the current administration, in which his father is the President and Merrick Garland is the Attorney General. Biden's trial for gun crimes is scheduled to begin after January 2024, and he faces up to 25 years in prison if convicted.
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.
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.
Special Counsel David Weiss will testify before the House Judiciary Committee in a closed-door interview regarding his investigation into Hunter Biden. Weiss, who has been leading the investigation since 2018, will address the scope of his authority and confirm that he has full control over the investigation and the ability to bring charges in any jurisdiction. He will not be able to discuss specific details of the investigation but will prepare a report to be made public at the conclusion of the matter. The interview comes as House Republicans pursue an impeachment inquiry against President Biden.
