Hunter Biden probe is reaching critical stage: Report

A federal investigation into President Biden’s son Hunter is reportedly reaching a critical stage as prosecutors weigh whether to bring charges ahead of the midterm elections.

The Department of Justice is discussing the case with Delaware-based prosecutors and consulting guidelines around politically sensitive cases, according to CNN, which cited people familiar with the talks.

Talks about charges have centered on potential tax violations and making a false statement regarding Hunter Biden’s purchase of a firearm when he would have been prevented from doing so because of his struggles with drug addiction, the report said.

The probe, which began in 2018, is being led by David Weiss, the U.S. attorney in Delaware, who was appointed by President Trump.
 
A spokesperson for Mr. Weiss and the lawyer representing Hunter Biden in the probe did not respond to requests for comment.