Hunter Biden's gun trial resumed this morning with prosecutors expected to conclude their case after President Biden addressed the possibility of pardoning his son if convicted. The prosecution has two witnesses remaining before wrapping up their case, with the defense potentially calling witnesses, including James Biden, Hunter's uncle, who supported him during rehab.
This week, House Republicans referred James and Hunter Biden to the DOJ for allegedly lying during depositions related to the impeachment inquiry. President Biden stated he would accept the jury's verdict and ruled out a pardon for his son.
During the trial, Hallie Biden, Hunter's former lover and widow of his brother Beau Biden, testified about Hunter's drug use around the time of the gun purchase. She mentioned instances of drug use and finding the gun with cocaine residue in Hunter's car, which she later disposed of outside a grocery store.
Edward Banner testified that he found the gun in a bag with cocaine residue, which he handed to the police. The prosecution presented the actual gun in court, corroborating Hallie's account. Today, the prosecution plans to call an FBI chemist and a DEA drug expert as their final witnesses.
While the First Lady will be in Wilmington, Delaware today, her presence in court is uncertain. The Biden family remains in good spirits amidst the ongoing trial, with the First Lady's travel schedule indicating potential moral support for Hunter. The trial continues with significant developments expected as the case progresses.
