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David Smith in Washington

White House set for Hunter Biden battle as Republicans look to pounce

Hunter Biden outside court in Wilmington, Delaware in July. Biden has been the target of congressional investigations since Republicans gained control of the House in January.
Hunter Biden outside federal court in July. He has been the target of investigations since Republicans gained control of the House in January. Photograph: Mark Makela/Getty Images

The White House is bracing for political trench warfare after prosecutors pursuing Joe Biden’s son on a gun possession charge said they would seek a criminal indictment by the end of September.

The prospect of Hunter Biden standing trial is likely to energise Republicans preparing to launch an impeachment inquiry into the president even as Congress tries to avert a government shutdown.

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