An examination of confidential correspondence and interviews with those close to Mr. Biden and lawyers involved in the case show how the deal ultimately fell apart amid schisms and withering external pressures.
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Republicans Wanted a Special Counsel Investigation of Hunter Biden. Now Many Oppose It.
Although some G.O.P. lawmakers see the appointment of David C. Weiss as a vindication of their strategy, others criticize the now-scuttled plea deal he struck with Mr. Biden.
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Georgia Missionary Spends $30 Million Meant for Bibles on Gambling and Gold
Prosecutors issued a warrant for Jason Gerald Shenk, saying he defrauded Amish and Mennonite communities of $30 million he claimed would be used to spread Christianity in China.
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Republicans in Congress Seek to Block Hunter Biden’s Plea Deal
The chairman of the Ways and Means Committee filed a brief in federal court saying the plea agreement for the president’s son had been tainted by political interference.
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IRS to Stop Surprise Visits to Homes and Businesses
The end of a decades-long practice comes amid political backlash and increasing threats to agents.