Hunter Biden Convicted on All Gun Charges: Faces Up to 25 Years

Bullet Point Summary:

Hunter Biden, President Joe Biden’s son, convicted on all three felony gun charges.
Charges include lying on a federal gun-purchase form about illegal drug use.
Convicted of illegal possession of a firearm while using crack cocaine.
The jury deliberated for about three hours over two days in Wilmington, Delaware.
Special Counsel David Weiss emphasized that "no one is above the law."
Hunter Biden faces up to 25 years in prison, with sentencing guidelines suggesting 15-21 months.
Sentencing to be held within 120 days, potentially affecting the November presidential election.
Defense attorney Abbe Lowell expressed disappointment, plans to pursue all legal challenges.
President Joe Biden stated he will accept the outcome and respects the judicial process.
The case highlighted Hunter Biden's history of drug addiction and its impact on his actions.
Prosecution presented extensive evidence, including photos, videos, and testimonies about Hunter’s drug use.
Key testimonies came from Hunter’s ex-wife, Hallie Biden, and ex-girlfriend Zoe Kestan.
First lady Jill Biden and Hunter’s wife Melissa attended the court proceedings.

Additional Info:

The White House canceled a scheduled press briefing following the verdict.
Hunter Biden's legal troubles continue with a separate tax case in California.
Republicans, including Rep. James Comer, called for broader investigations into Biden family dealings.
The trial occurred amid the 2024 election season, with Donald Trump also facing legal battles.
Hunter Biden’s defense argued he did not consider himself an addict when purchasing the gun.
Judicial Watch highlighted the case as a step towards accountability for the Biden family.
The incident involved Hunter’s gun being discarded in a trash can by Hallie Biden in 2018.
Hunter Biden did not testify during the trial, but his memoir and past statements were used as evidence.
Prosecutors highlighted the combination of guns and drugs as particularly dangerous.