President Joe Biden pardoned his son, Hunter Biden, for federal gun and tax convictions, despite previous promises not to use presidential powers for family benefit. This decision, which covers offenses from 2014 to 2024, comes before Hunter's sentencing and amid political controversy. Biden justified the pardon by citing political influence on the legal process, while critics, including Republicans, condemned it as an abuse of power. Hunter Biden expressed gratitude and pledged to help others struggling with addiction.
President Joe Biden has no plans to pardon his son, Hunter Biden, who is facing sentencing next month for federal gun and tax-related charges. White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre confirmed this stance, stating that the president's position remains unchanged despite repeated inquiries. Hunter Biden was convicted on gun charges in June and pleaded guilty to tax charges in September, with sentencing scheduled for December.
A federal judge has postponed Hunter Biden's tax charges trial from June 20 to September 5, citing the need for more preparation time due to his concurrent gun charges trial in Delaware. The judge's decision follows arguments from Biden's legal team about scheduling conflicts and difficulties in securing defense experts. Prosecutors opposed the delay, emphasizing the simplicity of the case and the inconvenience to witnesses. Biden has pleaded not guilty to charges in both cases.
Hunter Biden's trial on tax charges has been postponed to September 5 after his attorney cited issues with discovery and witnesses. Despite opposition from the prosecution, the judge ruled that the needs of the defendant outweigh the prejudice in moving the trial date. Biden, who has pleaded not guilty, is also facing a federal gun crimes trial in June.
A federal judge in Delaware has refused to dismiss the federal gun case against Hunter Biden, rejecting his claims of political prosecution and other arguments. The trial is tentatively scheduled to begin in early June, and the judge has not yet ruled on a challenge to the constitutionality of the gun charges. Hunter Biden also faces separate tax counts in Los Angeles, alleging he failed to pay at least $1.4 million in taxes over three years while living an "extravagant lifestyle" during his days of using drugs. Biden has pleaded not guilty in both cases, and his legal team has argued that he was "selectively charged" for improper political purposes.
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.
A federal judge in Los Angeles rejected Hunter Biden's motions to dismiss tax charges against him, including claims of immunity from a previous plea deal and pressure from Republicans. The trial is set to begin in June, just before the November presidential election, where Joe Biden faces a close and divisive contest with Donald Trump. Hunter Biden, the first child of a sitting president to face criminal charges, also faces a separate criminal case in federal court in Delaware over his alleged purchase of a handgun while using illegal drugs.
The judge overseeing Hunter Biden's federal tax case rejected all eight motions filed by Biden's legal team to dismiss the tax charges against him, including arguments about a failed plea deal and selective prosecution. The judge stated that there was no clear evidence of discriminatory effect and purpose in the prosecution. Biden's attorney criticized the decision and vowed to continue challenging the handling of the case. Biden was also indicted on federal gun charges, with the trial scheduled for June.
A federal judge has denied Hunter Biden’s attempts to dismiss his felony tax indictment, clearing the way for a trial in June. The judge rejected eight motions to dismiss, including claims of political motivation and improper appointment of the special counsel. Hunter Biden's lead attorney disagreed with the decision and plans to continue challenging the handling of the case. The judge also ruled that a diversion agreement between Hunter Biden and prosecutors did not go into effect, leaving him without immunity. Additionally, Hunter Biden faces separate gun crime charges in Delaware, with a trial scheduled to begin in June.
U.S. District Judge Mark Scarsi denied all eight of Hunter Biden's motions to dismiss the nine federal tax charges he faces in California, rejecting claims of politically fueled prosecution. Biden's attorney plans to continue challenging the handling of the case. Federal prosecutors allege a "four-year scheme" by Biden to evade paying at least $1.4 million in taxes, including funding an "extravagant lifestyle" and classifying personal expenditures as business deductions. If convicted, he faces up to 17 years in prison.
Hunter Biden's attorneys have requested the dismissal of federal tax charges against him, alleging that the case is politically motivated. They argued that the charges violated a diversion agreement and were initiated and investigated irregularly. However, federal prosecutors have refuted these claims, stating that politics played no role in the case. The judge will issue a decision on April 17, and this motion comes as Republican-led congressional committees are concluding an impeachment inquiry into President Biden, which partly focused on Hunter Biden's business ventures.
Hunter Biden's lawyers argued for the dismissal of nine tax charges against him, claiming political influence and botched facts, while prosecutors denied misconduct claims. The judge pushed back on the motion, stating it lacked evidence, and will rule by April 17. The case involves a plea agreement that fell apart, leading to felony charges. The defense also cited immunity provisions in a gun diversion agreement. The judge emphasized focusing on facts and law, disregarding political aspersions.
Hunter Biden is set to ask a judge to dismiss tax charges against him, claiming they are politically motivated due to pressure from Republican lawmakers. His legal team will challenge the charges in federal court in Los Angeles, arguing that prosecutors reneged on binding agreements and bowed to political pressure. Federal prosecutors have pushed back on Biden's claims, calling them a conspiracy theory. In addition to the tax charges, Biden faces federal gun charges in Delaware, with the trial scheduled for June.
Hunter Biden's attorneys filed nine motions seeking to dismiss tax-related charges, arguing that the prosecution was influenced by political pressure and that the charges were selectively targeted. They also claimed that the statute of limitations had expired, there were duplicative charges, and improper venue. Additionally, they argued that Hunter Biden had already paid his taxes with interest and penalties for one of the tax charges. The attorneys also criticized the conduct of IRS whistleblowers and the special counsel's appointment, funding, and indictment, while seeking to strike certain allegations from the indictment. Hunter Biden had previously pleaded not guilty to the nine tax-related charges and had asked a federal judge to dismiss gun-related charges against him.
Arnold Schwarzenegger was detained at Munich International Airport after failing to declare a luxury watch, which he claimed was for charity, during a routine customs inspection. The watch, valued at over 430 euros, was from his personal collection and was intended for auction at a charity event in Austria. Despite a potential tax exemption for charitable items, Schwarzenegger will face formal criminal tax charges, with any penalties to be determined during the proceedings.
