In a recent verdict, Hunter Biden, the son of the US president, has been found guilty on federal gun charges, further compounding his already tumultuous and troubled life. The conviction, stemming from his purchase of a firearm while battling addiction to crack cocaine in 2018, has once again thrust the spotlight on his controversial activities, which continue to haunt President Joe Biden as he navigates his re-election campaign.

Hunter Biden, now 54 years old, has been candid about his efforts to move past his troubled past. However, the gun charges, alongside the highly politicized Republican impeachment efforts against his father, make it increasingly difficult for him to escape the ramifications of his past actions. While some view Hunter as the family's black sheep, President Biden has consistently stood by his son, publicly commending his battle against addiction.

Although President Biden did not attend Hunter's trial in Wilmington, Delaware, he showed his support by issuing statements in favor of his son. Shortly after the jury delivered the guilty verdict, President Biden remarked, "I am the President, but I am also a Dad. So many families who have had loved ones battle addiction understand the feeling of pride seeing someone you love come out the other side and be so strong and resilient in recovery." The First Lady, Jill Biden, also reiterated their unwavering love and support for Hunter and the entire family.

Hunter's early life was marked by tragedy, as he and his older brother Beau survived a car crash in 1972 that claimed the lives of his mother and infant sister. Growing up, Hunter had easy access to the American elite, eventually graduating from Yale Law School and pursuing various positions in government, banking, and lobbying. However, his life was marred by alcoholism, drug addiction, and repeated stints in rehab.

The death of his brother Beau in 2015 took an immense toll on Hunter's already fragile state. Beau, a highly respected figure in the military and Delaware politics, was seen as a natural successor to the family's political legacy. Hunter admitted in his memoir that his drug use escalated following Beau's passing, reaching its lowest point in 2017 near the end of his father's vice presidency.

Hunter's life continued to spiral as his marriage fell apart, and he lost custody of his three daughters. He became romantically involved with Beau's widow and fathered a child with a woman in Arkansas, leading to a lawsuit for child support. His personal files, emails, and explicit photos were made public by his father's political adversaries. Additionally, he faced scrutiny from the Justice Department over his earnings from overseas investments.

Despite the struggles, Joe Biden has consistently defended his son and has been open about the impact of losing Beau. During the 2020 election battle against Donald Trump, Joe Biden responded to taunts about Hunter's addiction, highlighting his son's recovery. In his memoir titled "Beautiful Things," Hunter recounts his battle with addiction, the interventions by his father and stepmother, and credits his father's unwavering love as the driving force behind his recovery.

Today, Hunter states that he is clean and has found solace in his art. He has a son with his second wife, Melissa, whom he named Beau as a tribute to his late brother. However, even his artistic pursuits have not been without controversy, as undisclosed collectors have purchased his works for significant sums.

Hunter Biden's guilty verdict on gun charges serves as another chapter in a tumultuous life filled with personal setbacks and legal troubles. As he strives to move forward, he continues to rely on the support of his family, particularly his father, who has consistently stood by him despite the challenges.