Staff Reports
Hunter Biden's bid to have his tax charges dismissed suffered a setback as a federal judge in California ruled against him on Monday. Facing three felony charges and six misdemeanors related to tax evasion, filing a false return, and failure to pay taxes from 2016 to 2019, Biden's plea of not guilty didn't sway the judge, marking a significant blow as the criminal case progresses.
Biden's legal team had argued that the case was politically motivated and marred by two IRS agents turned whistleblowers. However, the judge dismissed these assertions, citing a lack of evidence and reliance on unsubstantiated internet and social media sources.
.@NolteNC nails it: "Hunter Biden played the victim before the national media Wednesday, just days after we discovered he spent $872,000 on hookers, porn, and sex clubs while fighting against paying child support for his baby daughter." https://t.co/H02pbHPIQq
— Breitbart News (@BreitbartNews) December 13, 2023
Moreover, Biden's attempt to claim immunity from a previous plea deal was rejected, along with multiple motions to dismiss the charges on various legal grounds. The judge's rulings suggest a challenging path ahead for Biden in the case. Additionally, the judge dismissed Biden's claims of selective and vindictive prosecution due to insufficient evidence.
This development compounds Biden's ongoing legal troubles, as he potentially faces a maximum of 17 years in prison if convicted, along with additional charges for gun violations in Delaware. These legal battles coincide with his role as a key witness in the House impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden.
The rejection of Biden's attempts to dismiss the charges represents a significant setback for both the Biden family and the administration, raising concerns about potential implications for the broader political landscape. As the case against Hunter Biden unfolds, it is likely to continue attracting intense scrutiny and public attention in the days ahead.
