Former Biden Chief of Staff Testifies Hunter Biden Involved in Pardons Amid Corruption Allegations

Former White House Chief of Staff Jeff Zients revealed during testimony that Hunter Biden was involved in pardon discussions and attended several meetings toward the end of President Joe Biden's administration, including meetings that involved pardons granted during the lame-duck period. This involvement has raised concerns about conflicts of interest, especially since Hunter Biden received a full and unconditional pardon from his father. President Biden used an autopen to sign many pardons, a practice under review by the Department of Justice amid claims it could constitute a crime, though legal experts say autopen use is legal if reflecting the president's orders. Separately, newly declassified FBI documents have surfaced alleging potential corruption involving Joe Biden and Hunter Biden's ties to the Ukrainian energy company Burisma, including claims that Joe Biden, as vice president, met with Ukrainian officials to protect Hunter's business interests. These documents, released by Senator Chuck Grassley, cite FBI confidential sources alleging bribery schemes and question why investigations into these matters were not pursued. These revelations contribute to ongoing Republican investigations into Biden family conduct and presidential fitness during the final months of Biden's term.