Hunter Biden’s response to felony gun charges: three assertive actions.
Hunter Biden Takes Legal Offensive After Gun Charges, Filing Lawsuits and Challenging IRS Whistleblowers
Since the Justice Department announced three new felony gun charges for Hunter Biden, he’s turned to the offensive in his legal affairs.
President Joe Biden’s son started the week after he was indicted on three felony gun charges by filing a lawsuit Monday against two IRS employees, accusing them of unlawfully revealing his tax returns when they testified about their investigation. Last week, he filed a suit in California against a man he says illegally posted the contents of his infamous laptop that was first discovered by a Delaware repair shop owner.
Excellent Lawyering and a Shift in Strategy
But the younger Biden’s recent litigious shift isn’t abnormal, constitutional attorney Andrew Lieb of Lieb at Law told the Washington Examiner, saying it is actually a sign of “excellent lawyering.”
Lieb indicated the younger Biden’s legal offensive was foreshadowed by the failed plea agreement between his attorneys and U.S. Attorney David Weiss’s office in late July when his counsel admitted their belief that the deal would preclude the first son from facing additional charges stemming from a five-year investigation, leading to a point of disagreement among prosecutors.
“Obviously, he was keeping a low profile and not trying to smear or embarrass or create a bigger deal out of it when he was trying to resolve it. Now it doesn’t look like he’s gonna resolve it. So he has to go on the offensive,” Lieb said.
The spat of legal filings comes on the heels of House Speaker Kevin McCarthy’s start of an impeachment inquiry into the president as Republicans allege he may have benefited from business dealings his son had in Ukraine and China when he was vice president. McCarthy announced this week during an interview on Fox News’s Sunday Morning Futures with host Maria Bartiromo that Hunter Biden “will get subpoenaed” at some point during the process.
Major Legal Moves by Hunter Biden’s Attorneys
Here are the three major legal moves Hunter’s attorneys have made since his indictment:
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Challenging the IRS whistleblowers
The lawsuit filed on Monday contains the allegation that two IRS whistleblowers improperly disclosed Hunter Biden’s tax information and comes after the first son was indicted last week on three felony charges related to a 2018 gun purchase.
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Fighting the gun charges
Hunter Biden has yet to be arraigned since he was charged with three felony tax charges last week, but his counsel has already suggested their strategy will hinge on the Supreme Court’s latest Second Amendment rulings.
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Taking on the ‘laptop from hell’ dissemination
Hours before the indictment on gun charges from Weiss’s office, the younger Biden sued Garrett Ziegler of the nonprofit firm Marco Polo for allegedly “accessing, tampering with, manipulating, altering, copying and damaging computer data that they do not own” in violation of California’s computer fraud laws.
While Lieb described the recent strategy by Hunter Biden as simply ”competent legal service,” he said it doesn’t come without a hefty price tag.
“I think the only thing we can derive from this is not that his dad’s the president, but [Hunter Biden] has access to resources to defend himself without any cap,” Lieb said, adding, “That’s what I’m saying when you start three lawsuits in a week.”
What is the context and controversy surrounding Hunter Biden’s legal offensive, and how does it relate to the push to remove him from the board of a Chinese-backed company
Of a push to remove Hunter Biden from the board of a Chinese-backed company, citing concerns over ethics and national security. McCarthy’s move follows ongoing scrutiny surrounding Hunter Biden’s business dealings and potential conflicts of interest during his father’s time as vice president.
Although these latest legal actions may seem reactionary, experts believe they represent a strategic shift in Hunter Biden’s defense. By taking a proactive approach, filing lawsuits and challenging whistleblowers, Biden is attempting to regain control of the narrative and defend his reputation.
The Lawsuits
Firstly, Hunter Biden filed a lawsuit against two IRS employees, alleging that they unlawfully revealed his tax returns during their testimony. This move is significant as it seeks to hold individuals accountable for their actions, potentially deterring future breaches of privacy by government employees.
Secondly, Biden filed a lawsuit in California against a man who he claims illegally posted the contents of his laptop. This laptop holds sensitive information and has become a focal point of public interest and political controversy. By pursuing legal action, Hunter Biden aims to protect his privacy and prevent further dissemination of potentially damaging material.
A Sign of Excellent Lawyering
Legal experts view Hunter Biden’s recent legal offensive as a sign of “excellent lawyering.” By strategically challenging key aspects of his case, Biden’s legal team is attempting to create leverage and control the narrative surrounding his legal troubles.
Constitutional attorney Andrew Lieb explains that this shift was foreshadowed by the failed plea agreement between Biden’s attorneys and U.S. Attorney David Weiss’s office. The disagreement about potential additional charges led to the decision to take a more offensive legal approach.
Furthermore, Lieb asserts that Hunter Biden’s low-profile approach was an attempt to resolve the matter without further scrutiny or embarrassment. However, now that a resolution is unlikely, Biden is forced to adopt a more aggressive stance to protect his interests.
Context and Controversy
Hunter Biden’s legal offensive comes amidst mounting controversy surrounding his business dealings and potential conflicts of interest. With ongoing scrutiny and calls for his removal from a Chinese-backed company, Biden is undoubtedly feeling the need to defend himself and his reputation.
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy’s recent push to remove Hunter Biden from the board of the Chinese-backed company further adds fuel to the fire. McCarthy cites concerns over ethics and national security, signaling that the controversy surrounding Biden’s business dealings is not likely to fade away quietly.
A Strategic Defense
Hunter Biden’s decision to take a proactive approach in his legal affairs reflects a strategic defense aimed at regaining control of the narrative surrounding his legal troubles. By filing lawsuits and challenging whistleblowers, Biden seeks to protect his privacy, hold individuals accountable for their actions, and create leverage in his case.
While the outcome of these legal battles remains uncertain, there is no doubt that Hunter Biden is determined to defend himself and prove his innocence. Whether these efforts will be successful in mitigating the damage to his reputation and addressing the controversies surrounding his business dealings remains to be seen.
One thing is clear: Hunter Biden’s legal offensive marks a significant shift in his defense strategy and highlights the complexities of his ongoing legal battles. As the proceedings unfold, the public will closely watch the outcomes and their potential impact on the Biden family and the current administration.
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