Biden, Hunter, and the Influence-Peddling Scandal

The mounting evidence surrounding President Joe Biden’s involvement in his son Hunter’s foreign business dealings is impossible to ignore—except, it seems, for much of the mainstream media.

Jim Solunar

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Despite years of repeated denials by the President, who claimed to have no knowledge of Hunter’s multimillion-dollar influence-peddling schemes, new revelations continue to surface, painting a very different picture.


Photographic Evidence Contradicts Biden’s Claims

A recently released photo shows then-Vice President Joe Biden meeting with Hunter and his foreign clients, directly contradicting his repeated claims of ignorance. The image, unearthed through a legal battle led by America First Legal, adds to a growing trove of evidence that includes numerous photos, testimonies, and financial records.

These discoveries reveal a troubling pattern. Records released by the House show that between 2014 and 2019, Hunter Biden and his business associates received $27 million from foreign sources, often leveraging official trips with his father to secure these connections.

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The Role of Influence and Access

Among the most damning pieces of evidence is the involvement of Jonathan Li, CEO of BHR Partners. Not only did Joe Biden meet with Li, but he also wrote college recommendation letters for Li’s children. Around the same time, Li wired $250,000 to Hunter Biden, with Joe Biden’s Delaware home listed as the beneficiary address.

This isn’t an isolated case. Reports have surfaced of Hunter receiving gifts such as diamonds, sports cars, and lavish expense accounts, all while collecting massive payments that he described as “loans.” Text messages show Hunter openly leveraging his father’s name to pressure foreign businessmen for payments. In one particularly revealing WhatsApp message, Hunter threatened a Chinese businessman, stating he was sitting with his father and expected immediate compliance with their financial demands.


A Deafening Silence from the Media

Despite the gravity of these allegations, the mainstream media has largely ignored the story. The lack of coverage underscores why so many Americans are turning away from legacy outlets in favor of new media platforms willing to address uncomfortable truths. A recent poll revealed that only two out of ten Americans support President Biden’s controversial pardon of his son, yet media attention on the public backlash remains sparse.

This deliberate silence further erodes trust in traditional news sources. While journalists once prided themselves on holding power accountable, today, many seem more interested in shielding certain figures from scrutiny.


Pardons, Praise, and Political Implications

President Biden’s recent pardon of Hunter has sparked widespread criticism, with many questioning its implications for corruption at the highest levels of government. While most Americans oppose the move, prominent Democrats, like Senator Dick Durbin, have defended it, calling it a “labor of love.”

This raises critical questions about accountability and ethics. How can the public trust leaders who use pardon power to absolve family members while potentially shielding themselves from investigations?


A Nation Demands Answers

The influence-peddling scandal surrounding the Bidens isn’t just about political corruption—it’s a test of whether America’s institutions can still deliver justice without bias. The evidence is damning, the questions are serious, and the media’s refusal to investigate is a disservice to the public.

As more revelations come to light, the American people deserve transparency and accountability. The story isn’t going away, and neither is the growing demand for answers.


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