In a landmark decision, Hunter Biden, the son of sitting US President Joe Biden, has been found guilty on three felony counts related to illegal gun possession. The federal court in Wilmington delivered the verdict on Tuesday, marking the first time a child of a current US president has been convicted of a crime. Hunter Biden faced charges of lying about his drug use when purchasing a firearm and illegally possessing the weapon. The charges stemmed from a 2018 incident in which Biden, then struggling with drug addiction, bought a Colt Cobra .38-calibre revolver. When completing the mandatory background check form, Biden falsely stated that he was not using illegal drugs, a misrepresentation that led to his conviction.
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00:00In a landmark decision, Hunter Biden, the son of sitting U.S. President Joe Biden, has
00:21been found guilty on three felony counts related to illegal gun possession.
00:27The federal court in Wilmington delivered the verdict on Tuesday, marking the first
00:32time a child of a current U.S. president has been convicted of a crime.
00:37Hunter Biden faced charges of lying about his drug use when purchasing a firearm and
00:43illegally possessing the weapon.
00:46The charges stemmed from a 2018 incident in which Biden, then struggling with drug addiction,
00:52bought a Colt Cobra .38 caliber revolver.
00:56When completing the mandatory background check for Biden falsely stated that he was not using
01:02illegal drugs, a misrepresentation that led to his conviction.
01:06The jury's decision holds significant implications for Hunter Biden.
01:10The counts are as follows.
01:12Lying on the federal form.
01:15Possession of a firearm while using illegal drugs.
01:18Illegal possession of the weapon.
01:20In total, Hunter Biden faces up to 25 years in prison.
01:24The exact date for sentencing has not yet been set, but it is expected to occur within
01:29the next 120 days, meaning it will likely take place before the November 5 presidential
01:35election.
01:36President Joe Biden addressing the media after the conviction emphasized his respect for
01:41the judicial process.
01:42Jill and I love our son and we are proud of the man he is today.
01:47We accept the outcome and will continue to support him as he considers his options.
01:53Hunter Biden's legal troubles began in earnest in 2018 with the firearm purchase and escalated
01:58over the following years.
02:00Initially in 2023, Hunter Biden reached a plea deal with prosecutors to resolve these
02:05charges without going to trial.
02:07However, this agreement fell apart, leading to a formal indictment and subsequent trial.
02:13During the trial, the prosecution presented testimony from key witnesses, including Hunter's
02:17ex-wife, former girlfriend and sister-in-law.
02:21The testimonies painted a vivid picture of Biden's struggle with addiction during the
02:25period leading up to and following the gun purchase.
02:29Hunter Biden's conviction comes at a politically sensitive time, with the 2024 presidential
02:34election looming.
02:35The case has been closely followed not only due to its direct implications for Hunter
02:39Biden, but also because of its potential impact on President Biden's re-election campaign.
02:44The sentencing expected within the next few months will be closely watched as it not only
02:49determines Hunter Biden's immediate future, but also potentially influences the broader
02:53political landscapes leading up to the 2024 election.