Hunter Biden, the son of U.S. President Joe Biden, has been convicted in a federal firearms case after a recent trial. The legal proceedings revolved around Hunter Biden allegedly making false declarations on a gun application and possessing controlled substances.
The accusations stemmed from an incident in 2018, where he evidently falsely answered “no” on a federal gun application to a query about his use of illegal drugs. His erroneous response was uncovered following a tip-off from a Delaware firearm dealer, after Biden had publicly shared his battle with drug addiction.
Evidence presented during the trial showed that Hunter Biden had acquired crack cocaine shortly before the firearm purchase. His prior instances of drug use, together with this purchase, played a crucial role in the jury’s decision to convict him.
His defense argued that the error on the application was unintentional, claiming Biden had maintained sobriety for over a year before the incident. Despite these defenses, the jury convicted Biden on the charges put forth.
This conviction deals a significant blow to the Biden family amidst various personal and political adversities they have encountered over the years. Furthermore, it prompts speculation on how this might affect the President’s political plans and public persona.
Hunter Biden now faces the possibility of sentencing that could result in up to a decade in prison for each charge. His defense team has expressed their intention to challenge the ruling on appeal.
