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Hunter Biden found guilty on all 3 counts in federal gun case
It comes as Joe Biden prepares for a challenging re-election campaign against Donald Trump in November.
In a Delaware courtroom, a jury convicted Hunter Biden, President Joe Biden’s son, of three felony charges related to possessing a firearm while using drugs.
Hunter Biden had denied the charges filed in federal court in Wilmington.
This verdict marks the first time in U.S. history that a president’s child has faced criminal charges.
It comes as Joe Biden prepares for a challenging re-election campaign against Donald Trump in November.
Two charges carry potential prison sentences of up to 10 years, while the third carries a maximum of five years.
Federal sentencing guidelines suggest a sentence exceeding one year, but the judge has discretion to impose a shorter or longer sentence.
Each charge also comes with a maximum fine of $250,000.
This is a developing story that will be updated when more information is available.
