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.
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