Hunter Found Guilty

Hunter Biden was convicted by a Delaware jury on charges related to his acquisition and possession of a firearm while struggling with drug addiction. The charges included making a false statement during the purchase of a gun, providing false information required by a federally licensed gun dealer, and possessing a firearm as someone unlawfully using or addicted to a controlled substance.

Andrew Weissmann, an MSNBC legal analyst, pointed out the nature of the charges against Hunter Biden, emphasizing the strength of the evidence presented in court. "This is a gun charge. The proof was overwhelming," he noted. Weissmann mentioned that although such charges are infrequently pursued, the decision to prosecute in this instance was clear given the overwhelming evidence.

The legal expert's remarks underscore a broader discussion about presidential integrity and the importance of maintaining a clear separation between personal influence and judicial proceedings. Weissmann's insights contribute to the ongoing dialogue about leadership and the rule of law in contemporary politics.

After sentencing, we’ll learn just how much integrity Biden has. Pardon or no pardon?

More Division, This Time Brought to You by Cory Booker

"I don't trust [Trump-appointed] judges to secure our rights," Senator Booker stated in an interview with Stephen Colbert on "The Late Show," discussing the influence of conservative judges on issues such as abortion and gun rights. He emphasized the need for congressional action, saying, "Congress must act. I have been shaken by seeing things happen in our federal judiciary that I never imagined possible."

Booker highlighted a specific case involving Trump-appointed U.S. District Judge Matthew J. Kacsmaryk, who issued an injunction against the FDA's approval of the abortion drug mifepristone in early 2023. Later, the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled to restrict the drug's availability, mandating its administration in the presence of a physician and limiting its use to the first seven weeks of pregnancy.

During the interview, Booker criticized Trump for appointing "extreme right-wing" judges to the courts, claiming that these appointments have undermined widely supported legal precedents and legislative efforts.