Hunter Biden Arraigned and Enters Plea of Not Guilty to Federal Firearms Charges
Hunter Biden, the son of President Biden, entered a plea of not guilty in the U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware on federal gun charges. These charges stem from Special Counsel David Weiss’ lengthy investigation. Hunter Biden was physically present in court for his arraignment.
The charges against Hunter Biden include making a false statement during the purchase of a firearm, making a false statement related to information required by a federal firearms licensed dealer, and possession of a firearm by someone considered an unlawful user of or addicted to a controlled substance. Collectively, these charges could lead to a maximum prison sentence of up to 25 years, with each count carrying a maximum fine of $250,000, as well as three years of supervised release.
Black Defendant Granted New Trial After Judge Says He “Looks Like a Criminal”
Black Defendant Granted New Trial After Judge Says He “Looks Like a Criminal”
In a case that underscores the significance of impartiality in the judicial system, a Black defendant, Leron Liggins, has been granted a new trial following a 3-0 decision by a penal of the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit. The decision was based on the controversial comments made by U.S. District Judge Stephen J. Murphy III during a January 2020 hearing. The judge’s remarks, which included the statement that Liggins “looks like a criminal,” sparked accusations of bias and prejudgment, leading to questions about the fairness of the trial proceedings.
