President’s son faces tax evasion charges
Hunter Biden, son of President Joe Biden, is set to plead guilty to federal tax evasion allegations, with his lawyer seeking a swift resolution to the case. The high-profile trial has gained attention as Hunter Biden is accused of avoiding at least $1.4m in taxes while enjoying a lavish lifestyle.
Expected to offer an Alford plea, Biden’s guilty plea comes as a surprise ahead of jury selection. The charges stem from his failure to pay taxes on his lucrative foreign business income from 2016 to 2019, which was allegedly spent on frivolous expenses.
Republicans have criticized Biden for potentially leveraging his father’s political influence for personal gain, while also facing separate felony gun charges. The guilty plea could shortcut a drawn-out trial, sparing Biden from further public scrutiny.
As the trials unfold amidst the 2024 presidential election backdrop, Biden’s legal troubles threaten to overshadow his father’s political image, raising questions about his integrity and potential familial corruption.