Constitutional law attorney Katie Cherkasky joined ‘FOX & Friends First’ to discuss Hunter Biden’s upcoming deposition and how his criminal charges add another layer of complexity to his testimony. The son of President Biden, Hunter Biden, could potentially face contempt of Congress charges if he fails to attend a closed-door interview scheduled for today. While Hunter Biden is currently in Washington, it remains uncertain whether he will appear for the deposition, which has been strongly advocated for by Republican committee leaders.
Last week, chairmen of the House Oversight and Judiciary Committees, James Comer (R-Ky.) and Jim Jordan (R-Ohio), issued a threat to hold Hunter Biden in contempt should he refuse to attend the deposition. In response, Hunter Biden’s attorney, Abbe Lowell, engaged in a back-and-forth exchange of letters with the committee leaders, expressing the defense’s preference for a public hearing. Lowell previously stated that Hunter Biden wished to testify publicly, but the GOP chairmen insisted on the necessity of a closed-door deposition.
Lowell wrote a letter to Comer, proposing Hunter Biden’s appearance at a public hearing on the specified date or an alternative date within the same month. The attorney cited concerns about the committee’s use of closed-door sessions, accusing them of manipulating and distorting facts, as well as misleading the American public. Lowell emphasized that a public hearing would ensure transparency and truth in the proceedings and expressed eagerness to coordinate the schedule.
Comer and Jordan responded with their own letter, reiterating their intention to hold Hunter Biden in contempt of Congress if he fails to attend the deposition. They also pledged to release the full transcript following the closed-door session, should it take place. The chairmen reminded Lowell that the subpoenas issued to Hunter Biden compelled his appearance on December 13, 2023, and emphasized that his attendance was not a matter of choice.
These developments come amidst ongoing impeachment inquiries into President Biden, with committee Republicans seeking information from Hunter Biden to further their investigation. The deposition carries significant weight as it could potentially provide crucial insights into the allegations surrounding the Biden family.
In conclusion, Hunter Biden’s upcoming deposition has introduced additional complexities to the impeachment inquiry. The threat of contempt of Congress looms over him should he fail to attend the closed-door interview, as demanded by Republican committee leaders. Both sides have engaged in a heated exchange of letters, with Hunter Biden’s attorney advocating for a public hearing to ensure transparency and accuracy in the proceedings. The outcome of this deposition holds significant implications for the ongoing investigation into President Biden.
