Special Counsel David Weiss Asserts He Wasn't Blocked From Pursuing Charges Against Hunter Biden

Weiss confirms in a Judiciary Committee hearing that he was not precluded from bringing charges against Hunter Biden against GOP claims of interference; some GOP members express dissatisfaction over Weiss's testimony and highlight inconsistencies while Democrats describe the hearing as unnecessary.

Special Counsel David Weiss affirmed in a House Judiciary Committee hearing that he was not obstructed from bringing charges against Hunter Biden, contrary to GOP claims of interference.
Inconsistencies pointed out by GOP members in Weiss's testimony include his claim that he requested special counsel status in spring 2022 and was denied, contradicting his assertion that he had the ultimate charging authority.
Weiss's investigation into Hunter Biden has led to federal gun and tax crime charges, despite accusations of misconduct in the probe from IRS whistleblowers and allegations that he was prevented from bringing further charges against Hunter Biden.
Democrats criticized the hearing as unnecessary, maintaining that Weiss's testimony confirmed no interference occurred in his investigation.
Despite Weiss's insistence of full autonomy in his investigation, GOP members expressed frustration and highlighted unanswered questions, while Democratic members condemned the hearing as intruding upon an ongoing investigation.