On December 9th, 2020, a Trump-appointed judge was assigned to the case involving Hunter Biden, the son of President-elect Joe Biden. The judge, named James Boasberg, was appointed by President Trump to the United States District Court for the District of Columbia in 2011.
The case in question involves an investigation into Hunter Biden’s taxes and financial dealings. The investigation was launched by the U.S. Attorney’s Office in Delaware in 2018, but it was not made public until after the 2020 presidential election. The investigation reportedly focuses on whether Hunter Biden violated tax and money laundering laws in his business dealings in China and Ukraine.
James Boasberg is a highly respected judge with a reputation for being fair and impartial. He has presided over a number of high-profile cases, including cases involving the Obama administration’s use of drones to target terrorists, and a case involving the release of Hillary Clinton’s emails.
Despite his reputation for impartiality, some have raised concerns about Boasberg’s appointment to the Hunter Biden case. Critics argue that Boasberg’s appointment by President Trump could create the appearance of bias, particularly given Trump’s repeated attacks on Hunter Biden during the presidential campaign.
However, legal experts say that Boasberg’s appointment is not necessarily cause for concern. Judges are expected to be impartial and to apply the law fairly, regardless of their political affiliations or who appointed them to the bench.
Furthermore, Boasberg has a track record of being tough on both Republicans and Democrats. In 2019, he ruled against the Trump administration’s attempt to add a citizenship question to the census, calling the move “arbitrary and capricious.” He has also ruled against the Obama administration on several occasions.
Ultimately, the outcome of the Hunter Biden case will depend on the evidence presented and the application of the law. While some may question Boasberg’s appointment, it is important to remember that judges are expected to be impartial and to apply the law fairly, regardless of their political affiliations. As the case moves forward, it will be up to Boasberg to ensure that justice is served.
