House Republicans initiated contempt of Congress proceedings against Hunter Biden after he failed to appear for a subpoenaed closed-door deposition.
If convicted, he could face a $100,000 fine and imprisonment.
The Republicans emphasized the importance of standard, closed-door depositions and questioned Joe Biden’s involvement in Hunter’s business dealings. (Trending: Kid Rock Rages Against ‘Woke’ Target)
Peter Navarro and Steve Bannon were indicted on contempt charges for not complying with the ILLEGITIMATE J6 Committee. There was no basis to comply with the Democrats' fake committee.
I believe Hunter Biden should be held in contempt of Congress for defying a subpoena from the…
— Rep. Matt Gaetz (@RepMattGaetz) December 13, 2023
They also mentioned a forthcoming vote on an impeachment inquiry resolution to strengthen their legal case in the face of White House obstruction and witness issues.
“We will not provide special treatment because his last name is Biden,” James Comer and Jim Jordan wrote.
“As our committees were today prepared to depose Hunter Biden, he chose to make a public statement on Capitol Hill instead where he said his father, Joe Biden was not financially involved in his family’s business dealings.”
“Exactly how was Joe Biden involved?” they asked.
“Evidence shows Joe Biden met with Hunter’s business associates and his name was at the center of the family business strategy.”
“Today, the House will vote on an impeachment inquiry resolution to strengthen our legal case in the courts as we face obstruction from the White House and witnesses,” the Republicans added.
“Today’s obstruction by Hunter Biden reinforces the need for a formal vote.”
This action follows a probe into the Biden family’s financial dealings, revealing payments to multiple family members from foreign business ventures.
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