Special Counsel Investigating Hunter Biden Changed His Mind About Plea Deal Before It Blew Up In Court: Report

Special Counsel Changes Mind on Plea Deal for Hunter Biden

According to a report, Special Counsel ​David Weiss ⁣had‍ a change of heart regarding the plea deal his ​office⁣ was willing‍ to offer⁣ Hunter Biden. The New York Times ​ reported that‍ Weiss, initially​ open​ to forgoing any‌ prosecution of Hunter‍ Biden, was close to ending the investigation without requiring a guilty plea on any charges.

Whistleblower Allegations​ Prompt Change

Weiss’ stance on the matter⁤ shifted when two IRS agents came forward as whistleblowers, claiming they were⁢ hindered from further investigating the ‌Biden case due⁤ to pressure from‌ higher-ups at the Department of Justice.

As a result, Weiss demanded that Hunter Biden plead guilty to ⁢two ⁣misdemeanor tax‍ crimes and enter a deferred⁣ prosecution​ agreement on a gun charge.

Motivating Factors Behind ‍Weiss’ Decision

The ⁢report highlights‌ several ⁢reasons behind Weiss’ request to be special counsel for Hunter Biden investigation.”>appointed‍ special counsel in the case. ⁢These include gaining greater⁢ authority to investigate and prosecute, ⁢having increased leverage⁤ over Hunter Biden ⁢in future negotiations, and the‌ requirement to produce a report ​at the conclusion of the⁣ investigation to address the⁣ intense backlash he ⁤has faced from Republicans.

Backlash​ and Accusations

Garland’s appointment of Weiss as special counsel has⁣ faced criticism from top Republicans who accuse him of favoring ‍Hunter Biden. Florida⁤ Governor​ Ron DeSantis, a prominent figure in ⁤the 2024 GOP‌ presidential primaries, ⁤expressed his concerns, stating, “Just seems to me that they’re ‍going to find a way to give him some ⁤type⁢ of soft glove treatment… But we’ve come to expect that.”

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DeSantis also emphasized the need to‌ pursue investigations into‌ Hunter Biden’s alleged corruption, expressing skepticism about the ⁢current arrangement.

Related: Cruz Slams Garland Over Special Counsel Appointment ⁢In Hunter Biden Case

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