Hunter Biden’s Romanian business deal under scrutiny in impeachment inquiry.
Risky Business: Hunter Biden’s Foreign Dealings and the Potential for Another Indictment
Hunter Biden, the son of President Joe Biden, is currently facing legal troubles on multiple fronts. However, the path that led him here has been anything but ordinary. This week, Attorney General Merrick Garland will be questioned about the investigation into Hunter Biden, with the focus ultimately shifting to how much the President knew about his son’s business dealings. In this captivating series, Wayward Son, the Washington Examiner will delve into the events that brought us to this point. Part One explored how Hunter Biden’s failure to register as a foreign agent made him susceptible to further prosecution. Now, in Part Two, we will uncover how Hunter Biden’s involvement in foreign affairs extended beyond Ukraine.
A Lesser-Known Contract in Romania
While much attention has been given to Hunter Biden’s lucrative relationships in Ukraine and China, it is important to note that he also earned a significant amount of money from a lesser-known contract in Romania.
Similar to his work for the Ukrainian energy firm Burisma, Hunter Biden’s involvement with a Romanian real estate mogul facing corruption charges began in 2015. Some of his work appeared to overlap between the two cases.
Burisma’s founder was under investigation for corruption by Ukrainian authorities, and the company sought Hunter Biden’s assistance, along with his associates, to navigate the legal complexities. At the same time, then-Vice President Joe Biden was advocating for anti-corruption reforms in Romania, while his son utilized his connections within the U.S. government to support his Romanian client. This mirrored the situation in Ukraine, where Hunter Biden received payments from Burisma while his father pushed for anti-corruption measures.
Surprisingly, Hunter Biden never disclosed his lobbying work under the Foreign Agents Registration Act in either Romania or Ukraine, despite meeting with U.S. officials to advocate for both clients.
The Romanian Real Estate Tycoon and Hunter Biden’s Involvement
Gabriel Popoviciu, a Romanian real estate tycoon, sought Hunter Biden’s assistance in 2015 when he faced the possibility of jail time and the loss of his business assets due to a corruption case.
Bank records reveal that between November 2015 and May 2017, Hunter Biden and his business associates received at least $3 million from Popoviciu.
Hunter Biden worked on the Popoviciu case alongside attorneys from Boies Schiller Flexner, a prominent law firm where he served as counsel for several years.
In September 2015, on the same day that Joe Biden met with the Romanian President at the White House, Hunter Biden emailed a partner at Boies Schiller Flexner to discuss his Romanian client.
Shortly after, Hunter Biden sought a meeting with the U.S. ambassador to Romania on behalf of his Romanian client. He planned to inform the ambassador about the project he was working on.
Meetings and discussions continued between Hunter Biden, his associates, the U.S. ambassador, and the Romanian ambassador to the United States. They focused on highlighting unresolved cases in Romania to argue against pursuing an investigation into Popoviciu.
In May 2016, Hunter Biden’s associates attempted to secure a meeting with the Romanian anti-corruption agency to present their case on behalf of Popoviciu. They aimed to emphasize the procedural and substantive defects in the indictment against him.
During this time, the U.S. ambassador, at the request of Boies Schiller, tried to facilitate a meeting between Hunter Biden’s group and Romanian officials.
Notably, Hunter Biden also involved former FBI Director Louis Freeh, who was a friend of the Biden family. Freeh eagerly joined the lobbying campaign for Popoviciu and even engaged the FBI in the case.
In July 2016, just a month after Popoviciu’s conviction on corruption charges, Freeh informed Hunter Biden that he had involved the FBI in the lobbying efforts and requested meetings with Romanian officials. Freeh even mentioned an unnamed “senior FBIHQ official” who expressed interest in meeting their client.
Years later, Freeh would enlist the help of former President Donald Trump’s lawyer, Rudy Giuliani, in the lobbying efforts for Popoviciu.
By March 2017, Joe Biden had left office, and Freeh expressed his desire to involve the former Vice President in “profitable matters” at his consulting firm. While it is unclear if anything came of this proposal, bank records indicate that Hunter Biden was still receiving payments from Popoviciu at that time.
It is worth noting that other members of the Biden family, including Hunter’s late brother’s widow, Hallie Biden, also received payments from Popoviciu’s real estate company.
Ultimately, Popoviciu managed to avoid extradition to Romania from the United Kingdom, marking a victory in his lengthy legal battle.
Stay tuned for Part Three of Wayward Son, where we will continue to explore the intricate web of Hunter Biden’s foreign dealings and the potential consequences he may face.
What questions arise regarding the extent of Hunter Biden’s foreign dealings and the potential risks involved, particularly in relation to his ties to Popoviciu and the Romanian corruption case
Gation into Popoviciu’s corruption charges. Hunter Biden asserted that the case against his client was politically motivated and aimed at undermining his business interests.
Notably, Hunter Biden’s involvement in the Popoviciu case raised concerns about potential conflicts of interest. As the son of the Vice President of the United States, his actions could be perceived as leveraging his political connections for personal gain. Critics argue that his association with Popoviciu and his efforts to intervene in the corruption case run counter to his father’s anti-corruption agenda in Romania.
Furthermore, Hunter Biden’s failure to disclose his lobbying activities and financial transactions with Popoviciu raises legal and ethical questions. The Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA) requires individuals to register and disclose any activities carried out on behalf of foreign entities. By not complying with this law, Hunter Biden may have violated transparency and accountability measures.
Interestingly, while Hunter Biden’s involvement with Burisma has garnered much media attention, his ties to Popoviciu and the Romanian corruption case have received comparatively less scrutiny. This raises questions about the extent of his foreign dealings and the potential risks involved.
The implications of Hunter Biden’s foreign dealings extend beyond legal and ethical concerns. They also raise questions about potential vulnerabilities and the potential for further implications on the Biden administration. With ongoing investigations into his finances, connections, and past business transactions, it remains to be seen how these revelations will impact President Joe Biden’s administration and public perception.
In conclusion, Hunter Biden’s involvement in foreign affairs, specifically his undisclosed work in Romania, adds another layer of complexity to his already controversial portfolio. Through his association with Gabriel Popoviciu, the Romanian real estate tycoon facing corruption charges, and his efforts to intervene in the case, Hunter Biden’s actions raise questions about conflicts of interest, transparency, and potential legal violations. As investigations continue, the potential implications on the Biden administration remain uncertain.
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