In a significant development, Hunter Biden, son of US President Joe Biden, is set to face trial for allegedly buying a gun while under the influence of drugs. This marks the first time a sitting US president’s child will be prosecuted, adding a new dimension to the already heated political climate as former President Donald Trump, recently convicted on multiple felony counts, prepares for his sentencing on July 11 and continues his bid for the presidency.Amid this backdrop, President Biden has sharpened his attacks on the campaign trail, openly calling Trump a ‘convicted felon’. At a fundraiser in Connecticut, Biden criticized Trump for undermining the American justice system and warned of the potential for political violence from Trump’s supporters if he faces incarceration. Biden’s comments underscore the unprecedented situation of a former president being convicted of a crime while running for office again.The political landscape is charged with tension as Biden’s campaign navigates the implications of Hunter Biden’s prosecution and Trump’s legal challenges. Biden has accused Trump of running for president again to preserve his own freedoms, a claim that Trump’s campaign vehemently denies. As the 2024 election season intensifies, both campaigns are grappling with legal battles that could significantly impact the public’s perception and the outcome of the elections.
Key points
- Hunter Biden is facing trial for allegedly purchasing a gun while under the influence, marking a first for a sitting US president’s child.
- President Joe Biden has openly called Donald Trump a ‘convicted felon’ and accused him of inciting political violence.
- Trump faces sentencing on July 11 for his conviction on 34 counts of falsifying business records related to hush money payments.
