In a surprising turn of events, President Biden's younger brother, James Biden, has been swept into the congressional spotlight. Known for his striking resemblance to the President and his close relationship over the years, James Biden, who once worked at a prestigious D.C. consulting firm, has piqued the House Republicans' curiosity.
While the limelight has lingered mostly on Hunter Biden, the President's son, now the focus is shifting. House Republicans are convinced that the President's brother has essential knowledge related to Hunter's contentious business dealings. What makes them especially interested is whether or not these dealings tie back to the President himself.
The House Oversight Chairman, extending the traditional courtesy of due process, recently summoned James for a closed-door discussion. So far, James has shown a cooperative spirit, and they anticipate he'll present himself soon. The process is being facilitated through his attorney, and the Republicans are holding off any criticism until they have more concrete information.
History will remember that James Biden once crossed paths with Mississippi attorney Richard Dickey Scruggs in business. The FBI had Scruggs under scrutiny, which led to his eventual imprisonment. Although James never was the focus nor ever accused of doing anything wrong, he was peripherally entwined in the probe.
Swiftly moving from peripheral involvement to the mainstage, the nephew of James Biden, Hunter, is now under a similar magnifying glass. Hunter is currently grappling with a congressional investigation and two separate court cases, one involving federal firearms charges in Delaware and another of tax charges in California.
In a show of defiance or perhaps denial, Hunter brazenly shrugged off a subpoena, and consequently, House Republicans are considering moving forward with a contempt of Congress. With the house on recess, it will likely be the new year before any more definitive actions are taken. But it is clear that much like his nephew, James Biden's quiet life away from the spotlight is beginning to flicker in the glare of public attention.
