Prosecutors are gearing up for the first-ever criminal trial of the son of a sitting president, set to take place in Delaware in less than two weeks. Hunter Biden faces charges of possessing and purchasing a gun while addicted to illegal drugs, a violation of federal law. Special counsel David Weiss has outlined in recent court filings the witnesses who will testify to demonstrate Hunter Biden's drug use at the time of the gun purchase.
Three of Hunter Biden's former romantic partners, including his ex-wife Kathleen Buell, the widow of his brother Bo Biden, and London Roberts, the mother of one of his children, are expected to testify about his drug addiction during that period. Prosecutors argue that these testimonies will shed light on Hunter Biden's state of mind when he acquired the firearm.
Despite Hunter Biden's public acknowledgment of his mental health struggles, prosecutors maintain that his drug addiction during the gun purchase was a criminal act. They plan to introduce evidence from Hunter Biden's laptop, including verified text messages that reveal his attempts to procure crack cocaine from dealers in Delaware and California. Additionally, the texts depict his ongoing battles with family members, particularly the women set to testify against him, regarding his efforts to achieve sobriety.
The upcoming trial is expected to place the Biden family under intense scrutiny, as the personal struggles of Hunter Biden are thrust into the national spotlight. The use of the laptop evidence and witness testimonies paints a troubling narrative of addiction and family discord that will be closely watched by the public. The trial is scheduled to commence in just two weeks, promising a high-profile legal spectacle that will captivate observers nationwide.