Hunter Biden has refused a congressional subpoena for a private deposition related to Republican investigations into his business dealings, insisting on testifying only in public, Associated Press reports.
The Democratic president’s son criticized the closed-door format, expressing concerns about selective leaks and manipulation. GOP representatives plan contempt proceedings in response to Hunter Biden’s non-cooperation.
Republicans have pursued an impeachment inquiry to link President Joe Biden to his son’s business dealings. Despite GOP efforts, there is no direct evidence implicating the elder Biden in any wrongdoing.
Hunter Biden faces criminal charges in two states, including firearm counts and tax evasion, denies financial involvement by his father and questions the legitimacy of the impeachment push.
The House later authorized the impeachment inquiry, with Republicans aiming to strengthen their legal standing for enforcing subpoenas.
