Hunter Biden, the son of President Joe Biden, is set to go on trial on gun charges in Delaware on Monday, just a short distance from his father’s campaign headquarters in Wilmington. This trial comes less than a week after former President Donald Trump’s felony conviction in New York.
Initially, it seemed unlikely that Hunter Biden would face trial on the weapons charges he was facing, as well as more serious charges related to taxes and overseas business activities. However, a plea deal that offered him immunity from prosecution fell apart in July, leading to the upcoming trial.
If convicted, Hunter Biden could face up to 25 years in prison and hefty fines. The trial is expected to last three to five days, with jury selection beginning at 9 a.m. on Monday. The charges against him include lying to a gun dealer, making false claims on a firearms application, and possessing an illegally obtained gun.
The trial is expected to be a significant distraction for President Biden’s campaign, as it coincides with Trump’s recent conviction and could potentially bring embarrassing family secrets to light. Hunter Biden’s legal team believes prosecutors are determined to bring the case to trial to avoid accusations of preferential treatment.
Despite the challenges, Hunter Biden has maintained his innocence and has been sober for years. His legal representation for both trials remains a question, as his main benefactor is reportedly running out of liquid assets to support him.
The trial is expected to be closely watched, as it sheds light on Hunter Biden’s past struggles with addiction and his attempts to leverage his family name for profit. It remains to be seen how the trial will unfold and what impact it may have on the Biden family and the ongoing political landscape.
