House Republicans Probe Hunter Biden's Use of Father's VP Role in SEC Inquiry
Lawmakers seek SEC records to determine if Hunter Biden's references to then-Vice President Joe Biden influenced the 2016 investigation.
- House Republicans request detailed SEC records related to Hunter Biden's involvement in a 2016 tribal bond scheme investigation.
- Reps. Comer and Jordan allege Hunter Biden invoked his father's position to seek confidentiality and potentially deter further scrutiny.
- The SEC's 2016 investigation charged several individuals with fraud but did not implicate Hunter Biden despite his connection to the case.
- Hunter Biden's attorney emphasized the need for confidentiality due to Joe Biden's vice-presidential status during the SEC probe.
- The ongoing impeachment inquiry examines whether Hunter Biden made false statements regarding his role in Rosemont Seneca Bohai.