What Is Hunter Biden Being Investigated For? Details of Federal Probe

Federal investigators looking into Hunter Biden's business activities are reportedly weighing possible charges, as the probe reaches a "critical stage."

Unnamed sources mentioned by CNN told the news channel that prosecutors are considering charges in relation to alleged tax violations and a possibly false statement made during the purchase of a firearm.

Prosecutors also have to consider Justice Department guidelines around the handling of politically sensitive cases close to an election because the midterms are approaching, according to CNN. An unwritten rule says that such cases shouldn't be brought within 60 days of voting, according to Justice Department officials.

No decision on possible charges has been made yet, according to the sources. The U.S. Attorney's Office in Delaware didn't immediately respond to a request for comment.