Staff Reports
In light of allegations of a "sweetheart deal" and claims that Attorney General Merrick Garland misled Congress, the Justice Department is reportedly having second thoughts about Hunter Biden's plea hearing. On July 26, a federal judge in Delaware will determine whether to approve the proposed plea agreement for two tax misdemeanors. Whistleblowers allege that more severe tax and corruption-related charges could have been pursued. However, Republican legislators are urging the judge to reject the agreement.
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The Daily Mail reported that, in response to escalating criticism, the DOJ is contemplating delaying the plea agreement. This comes after The Heritage Foundation, a conservative charity, filed a lawsuit against the Justice Department for refusing to release David Weiss's communication records. The Foundation's lawsuit disclosed a phone conversation between the Foundation's attorney and DOJ counsel Jason Lynch, during which Lynch allegedly made a significant admission. The attorney suggested requesting a postponement of Hunter's plea hearing to enable for the publication of Weiss' records.
The Foundation is looking for evidence to support the claims of the whistleblowers that Weiss was prevented from prosecuting Hunter's crimes in other jurisdictions due to prosecutors appointed by Biden. While Attorney General Garland stated that Weiss had the authority to prosecute Hunter anywhere in the United States, IRS agents testified before Congress that Weiss claimed Biden-appointed prosecutors prevented him from pursuing felony tax charges.
The Department of Justice has stated that they will endeavor to produce some documents, but nothing will be disclosed until after Hunter's plea hearing. It is feared that allowing Hunter to plead guilty to misdemeanor offenses with no jail time amounts to a "backdoor pardon." The Foundation believes there is a pattern of unethical business dealings by the Biden family, and that the plea agreement is another example.
Chris Clark, Hunter Biden's attorney, defended the plea agreement as evidence of his client's acceptance of responsibility for his actions. Clark emphasized that Hunter recognizes his errors during a challenging period of his life and is eager to continue his recovery. Conservative Republicans, on the other hand, contend that the plea agreement is too lenient and fails to hold Hunter accountable for his more significant crimes.
Overall, this situation highlights the ongoing controversy surrounding Hunter Biden and the perception that the Justice Department is treating him differently. In the investigation and prosecution of alleged offenses committed by Hunter Biden, Republican legislators and conservative organizations are demanding transparency and accountability. They contend that the American people are entitled to a comprehensive account of the facts and demand a closer look at the prosecutorial decisions made in this case.
