Staff Reports
Hunter Biden is preparing to admit guilt in a tax fraud case that has enough twists and turns to make a soap opera look like a straight line. After attempting every legal maneuver in the book—from claims of innocence to cries for delay—Hunter has finally chosen the notorious path of guilty plea, signaling that the show wouldn’t take long to reach its dramatic conclusion. It’s almost as though Hunter decided that the only way to bask in the media spotlight was to take the route that screams “I’m in trouble,” a strategy that continues to baffle observers.
The charges against Hunter are not small potatoes. The former “artist” (and we use that term loosely) stands accused of dodging at least $1.4 million in federal taxes from 2016 to 2019, all while he was riding the gravy train of foreign business deals. It’s said the Biden family has a talent for getting tangled in scandal, and this latest escapade is no exception. With three felony charges and six misdemeanors hanging over his head like a guillotine, the younger Biden decided to roll the dice and give in. His lawyers have even suggested that there’s no need to go forward with jury selection. Apparently, they figured it’s easier to plead guilty and escape the circus.
JUST IN: Hunter Biden Caves, Will Change Plea To GUILTY https://t.co/6XS7tg51HR
— Elena (@helen44767171) September 6, 2024
This is not new territory for Hunter. Just last June, he was found guilty in a case involving a handgun purchase that would make any right-thinking American scratch their heads in disbelief. The fact that he lied on a federal form while being an active crack user during the 2018 purchase makes it clear that Hunter likes to live life on the edge—or perhaps the edge of legality. He’s still waiting to find out his fate in Delaware, and now he’s heading down the same rocky path in Los Angeles.
Prosecutors have reported that an Alford plea is off the table, meaning Hunter won’t be able to claim innocence while just wanting to avoid a trial. His fate appears to hinge on facing all nine charges head-on. It’s quite the family matter, with President Joe Biden refusing to even consider a pardon for his son. One has to wonder if Joe’s steadfastness will waver now that he’s decided against another run for the White House, but he holds the final card when it comes to his son’s future.
Hunter’s legal saga isn’t merely a family drama; it provides rich fodder for Republicans eager to criticize the Biden administration. Accusations of special treatment and preferential justice abound, with Hunter’s escapades underscoring a narrative of privilege and a lack of accountability. The Bidens seem to believe the rules don’t apply to them, but as this case unfolds, the scrutiny only intensifies. With Hunter’s charm and questionable choices on full display, it certainly makes for entertaining watching as the mainstream media juggles how to balance journalistic integrity with protecting their golden boys. In the court of public opinion, however, the verdict may already be in.
