President Joe Biden made a statement on Tuesday regarding the federal jury verdict finding his son Hunter Biden guilty on three criminal gun charges. The President expressed that while he is the leader of the country, he is also a father who loves and supports his son. He emphasized that he and his wife, Jill Biden, are proud of the man Hunter has become and will continue to stand by him with love and support.
Hunter Biden, in a statement following the verdict, expressed disappointment but gratitude for the support he has received from his family and friends. His attorney stated they will continue to pursue legal challenges available to Hunter in light of the verdict. The jury found Hunter guilty on three counts related to his purchase and possession of a revolver while using illicit drugs in 2018. He faces a separate trial on federal tax charges in September.
The White House announced that President Biden will address his administration's gun safety efforts in light of his son's verdict. The timing of Hunter's conviction, just weeks after Trump's own guilty verdict, has sparked political commentary from both sides. Trump's campaign spokeswoman referred to the trial as a distraction, while a former national security aide praised the verdict as an example of constitutional justice.