Joe Biden gambles on voters rewarding his support for Hunter
President Joe Biden Stands by His Son Amid Impeachment Inquiry
Despite facing an impeachment inquiry focused on his son’s foreign business dealings, President Joe Biden has not wavered in his support for Hunter Biden. In fact, he has kept his son close by, even amidst the scrutiny.
On Monday, Joe and Hunter Biden enjoyed a lunch with friends, followed by Hunter joining the first family on Air Force One and Marine One as they returned from Delaware on Tuesday.
When questioned about the decision not to list Hunter Biden on passenger manifests, White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre dismissed any notion of hiding him, stating that it is customary for the family to travel with the president.
“That’s something that we’ve never done,” Jean-Pierre emphasized. “This is the family. The family gets to travel with the president, and that’s been the case with every other president. And so it’s not something that we’ve done or we would be doing moving forward.”
Contrary to accusations of concealment, Hunter Biden has been visible to press photographers and reporters, appearing in White House pool reports. This suggests that Joe Biden is unafraid to publicly embrace his son.
Throughout his presidency, Joe Biden has consistently kept Hunter Biden close and expressed his pride in his son. This stance remains unchanged, even as Hunter faces a criminal indictment and defies a congressional subpoena.
While Republicans may cry foul, the larger political question is how voters perceive Joe Biden’s actions. Will they view him as a loving father supporting his troubled son, or will they see it as an opportunity for Republicans to link the elder Biden to alleged corruption?
Democratic strategist Brad Bannon believes that the former will prevail.
“He’s being supportive of his son,” Bannon explained. “It’s the holiday season, families get together, and that’s no different for the president of the United States. I think Republicans are overplaying their hand in this case with the impeachment inquiry, and they will live to regret it.”
The lunch between Joe and Hunter Biden on Monday coincided with the anniversary of a tragic car crash that claimed the lives of Hunter Biden’s mother, Neilia, and his 1-year-old sister.
Regardless, Bannon suggests that most voters would prefer the GOP to focus on other issues.
“Rather than dealing with issues that even they feel are important, such as the economy, all Republicans can do is launch an impeachment inquiry on Joe Biden,” he remarked. “This is beginning to remind me of 1998 when the Republicans went overboard on the Bill Clinton impeachment and paid the price by losing the House. That’s where they’re headed here.”
A recent Fox News poll asked respondents about Hunter Biden’s treatment by the legal system. 66% believed he was being treated fairly, indicating support for his indictments.
When asked about the Department of Justice’s handling of the case, 55% felt they were not tough enough, while 34% considered it fair. Only 7% believed the DOJ was being too tough, further indicating support for their actions.
Nevertheless, voters may separate Hunter Biden’s alleged misdeeds, such as foreign influence peddling, from his father. Hunter himself made this argument during a defiant appearance at the Capitol.
“They belittled my recovery and they have tried to dehumanize me, all to embarrass my father, who has devoted his entire life to public service,” Hunter Biden declared. “For six years, I have been a target of the unrelenting Trump attack team. ‘Where’s Hunter?’ Well, here’s my answer. I am here.”
Republican strategist John Feehery agrees that voters are more likely to sympathize with Joe Biden’s support for his son rather than be repulsed by it.
“In many ways, it is quite admirable,” Feehery remarked. “Blood is and should be thicker than politics. A cynic might say that the president is keeping Hunter close because he doesn’t want his son to throw him under the bus. But from a political perspective, I think most Biden supporters appreciate the loyalty.”
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What impact could the impeachment inquiry have on President Biden’s presidency and his ability to address important issues such as the economy and the pandemic?
Than obsessing over Hunter Biden, they should be talking about the economy, the pandemic, and other issues that matter to the American people,” he said.
Indeed, as the impeachment inquiry unfolds, it remains to be seen how it will affect President Joe Biden’s standing with the American public. While some may view his unwavering support for his son as a sign of loyalty and love, others may question his judgment and potential involvement in his son’s alleged wrongdoing.
As the situation continues to develop, it is clear that President Biden is determined to stand by his son’s side. Whether this decision will ultimately help or harm his presidency remains to be seen.
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