Hunter Biden’s lawyers enraged as deal falls apart.
Lawyers for Hunter Biden Express Frustration After Court Hearing
Lawyers representing President Joe Biden’s son, Hunter Biden, were left fuming following a dramatic court hearing that left the first son in a state of legal uncertainty.
According to Axios, Hunter Biden’s attorneys were highly agitated by the thorough questioning from Judge Maryellen Noreika, who sought clarification on the terms of the plea deal. This interrogation exposed differing interpretations of the agreement between the defense and prosecution.
Unexpected Turn of Events
Hunter Biden appeared at a U.S. District Court in Wilmington, Delaware, on Wednesday morning, intending to plead guilty to tax misdemeanor charges as part of a prearranged plea deal. Additionally, he was expected to enter a diversion agreement for a felony gun charge.
However, during the hearing, the deal seemed to unravel as Hunter Biden pleaded not guilty to the charges. A major point of contention for Judge Noreika was a provision that would prevent the Department of Justice from enforcing the Foreign Agents Registration Act against Hunter Biden, even if he were found to be in violation. The DOJ asserted its right to charge him under the act if necessary.
After deliberation and further questioning from Judge Noreika, a final ruling on the agreement was postponed until both sides provide additional briefings. The next hearing is expected to take place within 4-6 weeks.
Comparisons to the O.J. Simpson Trial
One member of Hunter Biden’s legal team even likened Judge Noreika to Judge Lance Ito from the infamous O.J. Simpson murder trial in 1995.
Furthermore, the team highlighted that Judge Noreika was appointed by former President Donald Trump, suggesting that this political dynamic may need to be taken into consideration going forward.
Attorney Abbe Lowell, who is handling Hunter Biden’s congressional inquiries, was overheard expressing his frustration after contentious discussions with federal prosecutors, stating, “I’m involved in the fray now. I was hoping not to be.”
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