Opening statements are set to begin in the federal gun case against Hunter Biden, son of President Joe Biden, after a jury was seated for the trial in Wilmington, Del. The younger Biden faces three felonies related to a 2018 firearm purchase during a period of drug addiction.
Despite a failed plea deal, Hunter Biden maintains his innocence and asserts he is being unfairly targeted. The trial, coinciding with the 2024 election season, highlights the legal dramas enveloping political figures. Hunter Biden’s past struggles and familial ties are under scrutiny as his legal battles unfold.
Jurors were selected in Delaware, where the Biden family has deep roots. Prospective jurors were questioned about their views on drugs, addiction, and gun control. The case is separate from Hunter Biden’s upcoming tax trial in California, marking a tumultuous chapter for the Biden family.
As President Biden navigates the trial’s implications on his son and political standing, he emphasizes his support for Hunter. The trial’s outcome remains uncertain, with potential consequences including a lengthy prison sentence for Hunter Biden.