Hunter Biden pleads guilty to federal tax charges

Hunter Biden pleaded guilty to all nine federal tax charges, including tax evasion and filing fraudulent returns, avoiding a trial that could have exposed his past business and personal dealings. 

His surprise plea came after a failed attempt to enter an “Alford plea,” where he’d maintain innocence while acknowledging sufficient evidence for conviction. Prosecutors rejected the Alford deal, pushing for a full admission of guilt.

Hunter could face up to 17 years in prison and over $1 million in fines, with sentencing set for December. Despite repaying $2 million in back taxes, the charges included evading $1.4 million in federal taxes through fraudulent deductions.

The case marks another legal challenge for President Joe Biden’s son, who was found guilty on gun charges in June.