House Oversight Chairman James Comer has criticized Special Counsel David Weiss' final report on the investigation into Hunter Biden, calling it 'incomplete' due to President Biden's pardon of his son. Comer stated that the pardon prevented holding Hunter Biden accountable for alleged influence peddling.
The report detailed a six-year investigation into Hunter Biden's tax issues and firearm purchase while addicted to controlled substances. Hunter Biden was convicted of felony firearm offenses and tax evasion last year.
President Biden initially vowed not to pardon his son but later granted him a blanket pardon covering offenses from 2014 to 2024. Comer cited IRS whistleblowers who raised concerns about the investigation being hindered from pursuing evidence related to Joe Biden.
The whistleblowers criticized the report for leaving unanswered questions and called for a serious investigation and accountability. Weiss also took issue with President Biden's characterization of prosecutions as 'selective' and 'unfair.'
The report highlighted Hunter Biden's failure to pay $1.4 million in taxes over four years, attributing it to his lucrative business opportunities secured through his name and connections. Weiss emphasized that Hunter Biden's extravagant lifestyle did not excuse his tax evasion.
Hunter Biden's attorney, Abbe Lowell, criticized the report for omitting details of a proposed resolution in 2023 and pursuing debunked conspiracies. Lowell questioned the handling of the investigation and its cost to taxpayers.
In conclusion, the investigation into Hunter Biden has sparked controversy and raised questions about prosecutorial power and political influence.
