Jordan subpoenas prosecutor in Hunter Biden probe
Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan Subpoenas Federal Prosecutor in Hunter Biden Investigation
In a bold move, Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan (R-OH) has issued a subpoena to Assistant U.S. Attorney Lesley Wolf, who allegedly placed constraints on the investigation into Hunter Biden. House Republicans announced this development on Tuesday.
Wolf has been directed to appear for a deposition on December 7 as part of the House GOP’s review of the Department of Justice’s handling of the criminal probe into Hunter Biden and the corruption-focused impeachment inquiry against President Joe Biden.
In a letter to Wolf, Jordan outlined the evidence suggesting that she deviated from standard investigative protocol during the Department’s investigation of Hunter Biden. The letter accuses Wolf of blocking certain lines of inquiry about Joe Biden and tipping off Hunter Biden’s legal team about a planned search of a storage unit.
Furthermore, Internal Revenue Service (IRS) whistleblower Gary Shapley testified that Wolf “obstructed” another U.S. attorney’s team in Pennsylvania from briefing Delaware U.S. Attorney Davis Weiss’ office about bribery allegations involving Joe and Hunter Biden.
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The Daily Wire reached out to the DOJ for comment on the subpoena. The agency has previously expressed concerns about potential “misrepresentations” that could undermine public confidence in the administration of justice.
Jordan noted that the DOJ has allowed other employees to testify, albeit with limitations, but argued that Wolf should be an exception. He dismissed the agency’s claims of an ongoing investigation and longstanding policy of not making non-Senate-confirmed and line-level DOJ employees available for interviews as unpersuasive.
After a plea deal with Hunter Biden fell apart, Attorney General Merrick Garland granted Weiss special counsel status, giving him broader authority to bring charges outside of his own district.
In September, a federal grand jury in Delaware indicted Hunter Biden on federal gun charges, to which he pleaded not guilty. He may also face an indictment on tax evasion charges.
Weiss testified before the House Judiciary Committee earlier this month, and Jordan highlighted that the prosecutor had requested but did not receive special attorney powers that would have allowed him to bring charges outside of his jurisdiction in Delaware last year without the partnership of the local U.S. attorney.
These developments support concerns raised by whistleblowers, including Shapley and another IRS agent, that the DOJ may have deliberately delayed the inquiry, potentially preventing other serious charges due to the statute of limitations.
In response to The Daily Wire’s inquiry, the DOJ shared a statement from Weiss to the House Judiciary Committee, in which he denied any interference with his authority in the investigation.
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How do Republicans believe that the alleged political interference in the Hunter Biden investigation shows a double standard in the treatment of political figures and raises questions about the independence of the Department of Justice?
/article/1437026″ target=”_blank” rel=”noopener”>appointed a special counsel to lead the investigation into him. However, Republicans argue that the appointment of Special Counsel John Durham does not absolve the DOJ from answering questions about its handling of the initial investigation.
Many Republicans have raised concerns about political interference in the Hunter Biden investigation. They allege that the DOJ and FBI were hesitant to aggressively pursue the case due to its potential impact on President Biden. Critics argue that this shows a double standard in the treatment of political figures and raises questions about the independence of the Department.
This subpoena is part of a broader effort by House Republicans to shed light on the Biden family’s alleged wrongdoing. They argue that the American people deserve answers and transparency, especially when it comes to potential corruption involving high-ranking officials.
The controversy surrounding Hunter Biden’s business dealings and his father’s role in them has been a contentious issue since the 2020 presidential campaign. While Joe Biden has denied any involvement or wrongdoing, Republicans have seized on the allegations as evidence of corruption within the Biden family.
It remains to be seen how Wolf will respond to the subpoena and what effect her testimony will have on the investigation into Hunter Biden. However, this bold move by Jim Jordan and House Republicans underscores their commitment to holding the Department of Justice accountable and getting to the truth of the matter.
As the impeachment inquiry against President Joe Biden progresses, it is crucial that all relevant facts and evidence are brought to light. The American people deserve transparency and a thorough investigation into any potential wrongdoing. The subpoena of Assistant U.S. Attorney Lesley Wolf is a step in that direction.
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