The collapse of a plea deal and the appointment of a special counsel to investigate Hunter Biden mean the president could face political fallout for months to come.
Tag: Justice Department
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Garland Appoints Weiss as Special Counsel in Hunter Biden Inquiry
The attorney general said he decided to elevate David C. Weiss after the prosecutor informed him that the powers of a special counsel were necessary to continue the investigation.
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A Timeline of Hunter Biden’s Life and Legal Troubles
Mr. Biden, 53, has acknowledged a decades-long addiction to alcohol and crack cocaine. His foreign business dealings have led to questions about President Biden’s influence.
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Judge Limits Trump’s Ability to Comment on Jan. 6 Evidence
During a 90-minute hearing in Washington, Judge Tanya S. Chutkan also warned the former president against any attempt to intimidate witnesses or prejudice potential jurors.