Special counsel to investigate President Biden's son Hunter

Special counsel to investigate President Biden's son Hunter

Joe Biden's son Hunter will now be investigated by a special counsel with additional powers, the US attorney general has announced.

Merrick Garland has elevated the status of David Weiss, the federal prosecutor who has already filed criminal charges in the case.

A plea deal on tax and gun charges against the president's son collapsed earlier this month.

Republicans are pushing for an inquiry into Hunter Biden's business dealings. BBC NEWS