Staff Reports
Hunter Biden’s lead attorney, Christopher J. Clark, is asking to be removed from the federal case due to concerns about becoming a witness himself. Clark submitted a motion to a Delaware district court judge, stating that he may be asked to testify about his involvement in Hunter’s previous plea deal that fell apart in July. According to professional conduct rules, a lawyer cannot act as an advocate in a trial where they are likely to be a necessary witness.
This latest development comes after negotiations between the defense and prosecutors stalled, leading U.S. Attorney Merrick Garland to appoint David Weiss as special counsel with the power to expand the investigation into Hunter Biden’s activities beyond Delaware. Interestingly, previous U.S. attorneys overseeing these districts declined to bring charges against Hunter Biden, and it was later revealed that they had made political donations to President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris’s campaigns.
It’s clear that this case continues to cause headaches for President Biden. Despite suggestions from aides to distance himself from the matter, the President has remained devoted to his son and lashed out against those who question his involvement. The White House maintains that Weiss’s case is not influenced by partisanship, but whistleblowers at the IRS have accused Justice Department officials of obstructing investigations that could potentially implicate President Biden in illegal activities.
Editorial Opinion:
It is concerning that Hunter Biden’s attorney is stepping down due to his potential involvement as a witness. This raises questions about what Clark knows and why he may be a necessary witness. The fact that negotiations have stalled and a special counsel has been appointed to expand the investigation only adds to the suspicion surrounding Hunter’s activities.
It is also troubling to learn that previous U.S. attorneys overseeing the districts where Hunter may have committed crimes declined to bring charges and have made political donations to President Biden and Vice President Harris. This certainly raises doubts about their impartiality and their motivations in handling Hunter’s case.
It’s clear that President Biden wants to protect his son at all costs, even if it means weathering political damage. However, the allegations and investigations surrounding Hunter’s activities cannot be dismissed as mere partisan attacks. It is important to get to the truth and hold individuals accountable for any wrongdoing, regardless of their political affiliations.
