Staff Reports
Hunter Biden recently opted out of a Congressional deposition, boldly choosing instead to address a crowd outside the Capitol. There, he attempted to downplay his father's involvement in his controversial foreign business dealings, despite contrary evidence. Dismissing any financial ties between Joe Biden and his international ventures, Hunter's actions were sharply criticized by House Oversight Committee chairman James Comer. He condemned Hunter's evasion of the congressional subpoena as a blatant act of disrespect, akin to showing Congress the "middle finger."
Hunter Biden gave Congress ‘middle finger,’ ex-prosecutor kept quiet: Comer https://t.co/KczXAF0HMh pic.twitter.com/O5XUFspyL8
— New York Post (@nypost) December 15, 2023
During an interview with Fox News, Comer voiced his frustration at Hunter's refusal to cooperate, highlighting the scene where Hunter made a statement and then promptly withdrew without entertaining any questions. Despite Hunter's apparent reluctance, Comer asserted the committee's determination not to let him off the hook. Despite apparent leniency from agencies like the DOJ, IRS, and FBI, Congress remains committed to pursuing accountability.
Asked about the possibility of pursuing a contempt of Congress charge against Hunter, Comer responded affirmatively. This charge would be forwarded to President Biden's Justice Department for prosecution, drawing parallels to recent convictions of others for defying subpoenas. The aim is clear: restoring the integrity of institutions, regardless of one's familial ties or influence.
Meanwhile, former Delaware assistant US attorney Lesley Wolf's appearance before the House Judiciary Committee yielded scant information. Comer revealed that she sidestepped numerous questions during her deposition, sparking concerns of potential Justice Department intervention in Hunter Biden's tax fraud and foreign-lobbying registration violations investigation. Allegations of collusion between Wolf and Hunter's legal team, as per IRS whistleblowers Gary Shapley and Joseph Ziegler, cast a shadow over the search of a storage unit and an interview.
Beyond the looming contempt charge, Hunter Biden faces federal tax fraud allegations in Los Angeles and gun charges in Delaware. The mounting legal woes suggest diminishing immunity. Republicans remain resolute in their pursuit of accountability for Hunter, anticipating further complications ahead. Moreover, the House of Representatives' authorization of an impeachment inquiry into President Biden amplifies the mounting pressure on the Biden family. The era of favored treatment and advantageous deals for the Bidens appears to be waning.
