Staff Reports
In a recent update from the House Ways and Means Committee, startling information has emerged regarding Kevin Morris, a donor to President Joe Biden's campaign and a close personal friend of Hunter Biden. The committee's documents unveiled Morris's involvement in a dubious maneuver during the 2020 race, raising concerns about potential breaches of campaign finance laws.
According to the published documents, Morris, in February 2020, sent an email to accountants handling Hunter Biden's tax issues, emphasizing the threat posed by Hunter's unpaid taxes during the campaign. The email suggested an effort to expedite the process, acknowledging both personal and political risks associated with meeting tax return deadlines. This revelation aligns with previous testimony from IRS whistleblowers, supporting claims of a campaign finance violation during the 2020 race.
New: Documents released this week show Kevin Morris, the lawyer who paid off Hunter Biden's tax bills, represented himself as a Biden FAMILY adviser and wanted to pay for Hunter specifically to avoid political "risk" during the 2020 race.https://t.co/iozszzG4BI
— Sarah Bedford (@sarahcbedford) December 7, 2023
Federal election laws mandate stringent reporting of donations benefiting a candidate, including non-monetary contributions that indirectly support the campaign. If someone pays for services on the campaign's behalf, it qualifies as an in-kind contribution, as per the Federal Election Commission. The uncovered email raises serious questions about potential infractions of campaign finance regulations.
Additionally, it was revealed that a lead prosecutor overseeing the case directed agents not to investigate the alleged campaign finance violation related to Morris's payments. This development raises suspicions of potential interference and inadequate examination of serious allegations.
A "crisis meeting" at Morris's California residence involving at least 10 advisers, including Hunter Biden's accountant, further complicates matters. Despite claims that Morris was described as an adviser to the Biden "family," the meeting's nature remains unclear, intensifying queries about Morris's extent of involvement.
The investigation also disclosed that Joe Biden's campaign did not report Morris's tax payment as a contribution, suggesting potential efforts to conceal the nature of financial transactions. Subsequent payments made by Morris to assist Hunter Biden after Joe Biden assumed the presidency add another layer of complexity to the controversy.
Moreover, the IRS and FBI questioned James Biden about a message he sent expressing gratitude to Morris "on behalf of the family" shortly after Morris paid off some of Hunter Biden's taxes during an election year. James Biden's vague response during the interview raises concerns about the Biden family's involvement in questionable financial dealings.
Republican efforts to hold Morris accountable for potentially mitigating the political repercussions of Hunter Biden's actions underscore the gravity of the situation. The substantial monetary support Morris provided to Hunter Biden, reportedly as loans amounting to as much as $4.9 million according to an IRS whistleblower, raises additional concerns about the nature of these financial transactions.
In conclusion, the revelations from the House Ways and Means Committee concerning Morris's role in Hunter Biden's tax issues and potential violations of campaign finance laws raise profound questions about transparency and ethical conduct. The intricate financial web and apparent attempts to avoid scrutiny warrant a comprehensive investigation and accountability for all involved parties.
