Hunter Biden, son of U.S. President Joe Biden, is set to face trial in June following the rejection of his appeal against federal gun charges. The charges stem from an incident in 2018 when Biden purchased a Colt Cobra Special at a gun shop in Delaware. He is accused of making false statements on a federal form during the purchase, asserting that he did not use or was not addicted to drugs.
A three-judge panel of the 3rd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals stated, “This appeal is dismissed because the defendant has not shown the District Court’s orders are appealable before final judgment”. This statement marked a significant development in the case, paving the way for the trial to proceed.
In response to the charges, one commentator noted, “If you are a felon, which you can prove just on the paper, and you possess a gun, you’re guilty. It’s a little bit different when you talk about an addict. It’s usually very hard to prove”. This highlights the complexity of the case and the challenges that lie ahead in the trial.
Federal prosecutors have stated, “The charges, in this case, are not trumped up or because of former President Trump — they are instead a result of the defendant’s own choices and were brought in spite of, not because of, any outside noise made by politicians”. This statement underscores the seriousness of the charges and the potential implications for Biden.
In court filings seeking to dismiss the gun charges, Hunter Biden’s lawyers claimed he was “vindictively and selectively prosecuted” by Weiss. This claim suggests that Biden’s legal team will likely mount a vigorous defense during the trial.
With the rejection of his appeal, the way has been cleared for a trial to begin. The trial is set to start on June 3 and is expected to last three to six days. U.S. District Judge Maryellen Noreika said the case would proceed to trial.
In a separate development, Hunter Biden has told Fox News that he plans to sue for defamation, according to a demand letter obtained by The Daily Beast. This development adds another layer of complexity to the ongoing legal challenges Hunter Biden is facing.
This case has attracted significant media attention due to Biden’s high-profile status as the son of the U.S. President. As the trial date approaches, this case is expected to continue to be closely watched by the public and the media.
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