Prosecutors in Hunter Biden's gun trial are expected to call their last two witnesses Friday, following testimony a day ago from key witness Hallie Biden, who was romantically involved with Hunter Biden and found and disposed of the gun at the center of the case. Next, Hunter Biden's attorneys will present their case, which could include putting him on the witness stand. The prosecution's last two witnesses Friday morning are expected to be a chemist for the FBI and a DEA agent.
Hunter Biden's attorneys said Thursday they hadn't yet decided if they'll call him to the stand. He is charged with three felonies stemming from his alleged purchase of a revolver in October 2018. Two of the charges are related to accusations that he made false statements on a federal gun form about his drug use, certifying he was not a user of or addicted to any controlled substance during a period when prosecutors allege he was addicted to crack cocaine.
The other charge is for allegedly owning the gun unlawfully, possessing the gun for 11 days before Hallie Biden found and discarded the weapon. Hunter Biden has pleaded not guilty to the charges. Hallie Biden, who is also the widow of Beau Biden, Hunter Biden's late brother, testified Thursday that she "panicked" when she found the gun, saying it was "stupid" but she was worried one of the children would find it.
She told the court she discovered it when she was clearing out his car, which she often searched for drugs and alcohol. Prosecutors introd.
