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Hunter Biden's Legal Troubles: Democrats Divided on Justification and Accountability
politics2 years ago

Hunter Biden's Legal Troubles: Democrats Divided on Justification and Accountability

Democratic Senator Chris Murphy defended the charges against Hunter Biden, calling them "legally justified" and criticizing the first son as "very troubled." Murphy condemned Hunter Biden's behavior while pushing back on Republicans for using it against President Biden. Hunter Biden was recently hit with nine new charges, including tax violations. Murphy praised President Biden's leadership but criticized the idea of family members profiting off their last name. House Republicans have opened an impeachment inquiry into the president, centered around alleged influence peddling by his family members. The White House has dismissed the investigations as partisan attacks.

Critics question "sweetheart" deal for Hunter Biden amidst backlash and cover-up allegations.
politics2 years ago

Critics question "sweetheart" deal for Hunter Biden amidst backlash and cover-up allegations.

Hunter Biden's plea deal on a felony gun charge and two tax violations has been criticized as a "sweetheart" deal by critics who note others have landed behind bars for similar crimes. The plea deal averts prosecution on a felony charge of illegally possessing a firearm as a drug user, as well as a trial that could have lasted days or even weeks. Other Americans facing similar federal gun charges are facing months behind bars. Republicans have vehemently criticized the deal this week, accusing Biden of using his father's influence overseas during the Obama administration when Joe Biden was vice president.