Federal Judge Rejects Hunter Biden's Motions to Dismiss Tax Charges

The ruling sets the stage for a trial in June, as Hunter Biden faces up to 17 years in prison if convicted.

U.S. District Judge Mark Scarsi denied eight motions to dismiss the indictment against Hunter Biden, moving the case closer to trial.
Hunter Biden is accused of scheming to avoid paying $1.4 million in taxes and faces three felony and six misdemeanor tax offenses.
The defense argued the prosecution was politically motivated and cited a plea deal for immunity, which the judge rejected.
Special counsel David Weiss, overseeing the case, dismissed the defense's claims as a 'conspiracy theory' and 'shapeshifting claims'.
The trial is scheduled to begin on June 20, adding to the list of court dates infringing on the 2024 election cycle.