Hunter Biden's Brief Appearance at Contempt of Congress Hearing Raises Questions

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11/01/2024 18h26

In a surprising turn of events, Hunter Biden made a brief appearance at the House Oversight Committee's contempt of Congress hearing. Offering his take on the situation, Chairman James Comer highlighted a pivotal moment during the hearing when Biden abruptly left the room as Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene was given the microphone.

According to Comer's account on Fox News' "The Ingraham Angle," Biden was present for approximately 15 minutes before he made a hasty exit, accompanied by his attorneys Abbe Lowell and Kevin Morris. Comer pointed out that despite some Democrats' claims of a publicity win for Biden, the play-by-play actually indicated otherwise.

During the hearing, Florida Democrat Jared Moskowitz acknowledged Biden's presence and stated that he was there to answer questions. However, Moskowitz's speaking time expired before any questions could be posed, leading Comer to recognize Greene. As Greene prepared to ask Biden questions, he and his counsel swiftly exited the room, allegedly knocking over individuals in their path.

Greene voiced her response to Biden's departure, remarking, "Excuse me, Hunter, apparently you're afraid of my words." Comer interpreted this episode as evidence that Biden had no intention of addressing any questions and argued that it showcased his long-standing arrogance and entitlement.

Comer emphasized that the investigation centered on Joe Biden and what his family may have done to receive millions of dollars from foreign entities. The committee simply sought to ask Hunter Biden basic questions in a deposition. Comer expressed his frustration at the lack of cooperation from the first son and his unwillingness to provide answers.

Later in the hearing, Rep. Nancy Mace of South Carolina acknowledged that Greene was not the only one interrupted during the proceedings. Mace revealed that she, too, faced interruptions from Democrats as her speaking time preceded Moskowitz's.

Mace drew a contrast between Hunter Biden's behavior and that of Donald Trump Jr., who willingly underwent hours of depositions before a Democrat-controlled Congress. She accused Biden of defying a congressional subpoena and disrespecting Congress by refusing to appear for a deposition, only to walk out abruptly.

Mace highlighted the apparent hypocrisy, stating that if a member of the public displayed such behavior, they would be held in contempt of Congress and possibly face imprisonment. She emphasized that Trump and his family abided by the law, making the comparison particularly striking.

The brief appearance of Hunter Biden at the contempt of Congress hearing has raised further questions about his willingness to cooperate and provide answers. As the investigation continues, the actions of the first son are garnering significant attention and scrutiny.

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