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🧵 The Hunter Biden Thread.

A bit of backstory on why I decided to write this thread:
The other night I got into a heated discussion with my brother about the 'Hunter Biden Laptop Story'. I mentioned that it's been confirmed as true, and he strongly pushed back on this idea.

Like most members of my family he votes Democrat, so it's very fair to say we don't see eye to eye politically, but we do try to respect each other.

Well, last night the respect was stretched thin, so I decided I needed to have my sources lined up for our next discussion on the matter.

So with that explanation, and introduction...
Welcome to an ridiculously long thread about Hunter Biden, his laptop, and whatever else seemed relevant to include.😂
1🧵The Original Story Drops
In October 2020, the New York Post published their bombshell report on Hunter Biden's laptop.

The story revealed emails indicating that Hunter Biden introduced Vadym Pozharskyi, a Ukrainian businessman and adviser to Burisma, to his father, then-Vice President Joe Biden.

This revelation raised concerns about potential conflicts of interest and contradicted Joe Biden's previous statements that he never discussed overseas business dealings with his son.

The emails detailed several interactions:

April 17, 2015 Email: Vadym Pozharskyi thanked Hunter Biden for arranging a meeting with Joe Biden. This suggested that Joe Biden might have been involved in discussions related to Hunter's business dealings.

May 2014 Email: Pozharskyi asked Hunter for "advice on how you could use your influence" on behalf of Burisma. This indicated that Burisma was seeking to leverage Hunter Biden's connections to influence US policy.

The laptop containing these emails was reportedly dropped off at a repair shop in Delaware and never picked up. The shop owner, who discovered the emails, provided a copy of the hard drive to Rudy Giuliani's lawyer, and the original was later seized by the FBI.

The implications of these emails were significant, suggesting possible misuse of political influence and raising ethical questions about the Biden family's business dealings.Image
Here is a Link to the Original NY Post Article.

nypost.com/2020/10/14/ema…
2 🧵 Ratcliffe's Immediate Denial
Following the release of the New York Post's story, there were immediate claims that the story was part of a Russian disinformation campaign.

These claims were prominently pushed by Representative Adam Schiff, the Chairman of the House Intelligence Committee, who suggested that the laptop was a Kremlin plot to interfere in the U.S. election.

Social media platforms like Twitter and Facebook restricted the sharing of the New York Post article. They cited policies against "hacked materials" and "misinformation"
This move only intensified skepticism regarding the story.

However, just a few days after the original publication, on October 19, 2020, John Ratcliffe, the Director of National Intelligence, directly refuted these assertions.

You can watch for yourself Ratcliffe stating that the intelligence community had

"No evidence to support the claims that the laptop was part of a Russian disinformation effort."

Ratcliffe's statement was a direct rebuttal to Schiff's allegations and criticized the politicization of intelligence.

He pointed out that law enforcement, not the intelligence community, was in possession of the laptop and that the FBI was investigating its contents.

Despite his clear stance, many critics dismissed his statements due to his appointment by President Trump, suggesting potential bias. This dismissal further fueled the ongoing debate and polarization surrounding the laptop's authenticity and its implications, though in hindsight seems much more reliable that Adam Schiff's narrative. (which the MSM ran with at the time.)
Here is a link to the full article which includes that Fox News Clip:
nypost.com/2020/10/19/joh…
3🧵The Intelligence Officials' Letter

During the October 22, 2020 presidential debate, when questioned about the laptop, Joe Biden dismissed it as Russian disinformation. Citing a letter that was signed by over 50 former intelligence officers.

This letter was touted as "evidence" evidence further proving that the Hunter Biden laptop story was Russian disinformation.
The letter suggested the story had all the
"classic earmarks of a Russian information operation,"

but it was carefully worded to avoid making any definitive claims. The signatories admitted in the letter that they had no specific evidence of Russian involvement, but their experience suggested similarities to past disinformation efforts.

At the time, this letter was held up as quite significant. And MSM personalities touted it without criticism, heavily influencing public perception.

While critics tried to point out that the letter's language was ambiguous, and did not definitively state that the laptop was Russian disinformation.

This nuance was often overlooked, leading to further debate and polarization.
You can Read the Original Letter signed by the former intelligence agents here:
politico.com/f/?id=00000175…
4🧵: Federal Investigation into Hunter Biden Confirmed

In December 2020, it was revealed that Hunter Biden was under federal investigation for potential tax violations. The U.S. Attorney's Office in Delaware was conducting the investigation, focusing on Hunter Biden's financial dealings and income from foreign business ventures.

The timing of the confirmation of the investigation investigation, coming shortly after the 2020 presidential election, added pressure on the incoming Biden administration. Despite the political attacks, President-elect Joe Biden expressed his support for his son, emphasizing his pride in Hunter's resilience. This investigation highlighted the ongoing scrutiny of Hunter Biden's business activities and their implications for the Biden family.

This revelation led many to reconsider the validity of the laptop's contents. Initially, the laptop story was heatedly denied. However, the federal investigation into Hunter Biden’s finances lent credibility to the allegations made in the original laptop story.

While the investigation did not definitively prove the validity of the laptop, it made many rethink their opinions, particularly in light of the strong media push against the story during the campaign. The lack of conclusive proof left the matter open to debate, but the ongoing investigation suggested that the allegations warranted further scrutiny.
You can read more here:
washingtonpost.com/national-secur…
5🧵 Washington Post Forensic Analysis

In March 2022, the Washington Post published two articles about the Hunter Biden Laptop.
The first was a detailed forensic analysis of data gathered from the laptop.

Two independent experts verified thousands of emails using cryptographic signatures from Google and other tech companies. This verification confirmed that many of the emails had not been tampered with since they were originally sent and received, adding significant credibility to the laptop's contents.

The emails involved business dealings and communications between Hunter Biden and his associates, including discussions about Burisma, the Ukrainian energy company, and other international ventures. This corroborated earlier reporting by the New York Post, reinforcing the claims made in the initial story.

However, the forensic analysis also faced challenges. The laptop had passed through multiple hands after being abandoned at a Delaware repair shop, leading to concerns about data integrity. Some data could not be confirmed due to this handling, highlighting the difficulties in ensuring the complete authenticity of the laptop's contents.

Despite these limitations, the Washington Post's forensic analysis was a crucial development. It provided a technical validation of the emails and countered earlier claims of disinformation, though the story continued to spark debate and contention.
You can read the WAPO's Forensic Analysis here:
washingtonpost.com/technology/202…
6 🧵Hunter Biden's Deals with China

On the same day as they released the forensic analysis article the Washington Post published a second article.

This one revealing Hunter Biden's extensive business dealings with a Chinese energy conglomerate, CEFC China Energy.

According to emails and documents retrieved from Hunter Biden's laptop, he leveraged his family name and political connections to secure lucrative deals with CEFC executives by leveraging his family name and political connections.

The investigation revealed substantial financial transactions, including a $1 million retainer for Hunter Biden and additional payments amounting to millions of dollars.

The emails and documents showed that Hunter Biden was involved in extensive business dealings with CEFC China Energy, including various agreements and discussions about future payments.

The transactions highlighted in this article occur after Joe Biden had left the vice presidency, but it still raised significant concerns about potential conflicts of interest and the ethics of using political connections for personal gain.

The article highlighted the broader implications of such dealings on U.S. politics and governance.
You can read the WAPO Article Here: washingtonpost.com/politics/2022/…
7🧵IRS Whistleblower Testimony

It had been confirmed since December of 2020 that Hunter Biden was under investigation for Tax Fraud, and in June 2023, the House Ways and Means Committee released a revealing fact sheet based on testimony from IRS whistleblowers involved in the Hunter Biden investigation.

These whistleblowers provided detailed accounts of how the investigation was obstructed and delayed by leadership within the Department of Justice, and the IRS.

The whistleblowers, who were part of the investigatory team, described multiple instances where the DOJ and IRS leadership obstructed the investigation. This included delaying necessary investigative steps and repeatedly denying approval to bring charges against Hunter Biden.

The fact sheet highlighted that DOJ officials had tipped off Hunter Biden’s attorneys about potential investigative actions, compromising the integrity of the investigation and giving Biden’s legal team the opportunity to prepare or alter evidence.

One of the most concerning aspects revealed in the testimony was the effort to delay the investigation long enough to reach the statute of limitations on critical tax years during Joe Biden’s vice presidency. By stalling the investigation, Hunter Biden was effectively shielded from potential prosecution for those years, raising significant questions about the integrity of the process.

The fact sheet also detailed an October 2022 meeting where U.S. Attorney Weiss discussed being denied multiple requests to bring charges against Hunter Biden.

Despite substantial evidence, higher-ups in the DOJ refused to approve these requests, suggesting that political considerations might have influenced the handling of the case.

Additionally, the whistleblowers faced significant retaliation after raising concerns through proper channels, ultimately leading them to come forward to Congress to ensure their testimony was heard and documented.

This testimony raised serious concerns about the impartiality and effectiveness of the investigation into Hunter Biden’s dealings.
8🧵Hunter Biden's Threatening Message to Chinese Business Partner

One of the most concerning revelations from the IRS whistleblower testimony involves a July 30, 2017, WhatsApp message from Hunter Biden to Henry Zhao, a Chinese business partner.

In the message, Hunter Biden threatened Zhao to follow through on a commitment, indicating that he was with his father, Joe Biden, at the time.

This message raised significant concerns about the potential use of political influence for personal financial gain.

Hunter Biden wrote:
"I am sitting here with my father and we would like to understand why the commitment made has not been fulfilled. Tell the director that I would like to resolve this now before it gets out of hand, and now means tonight."

He further threatened repercussions, stating that if he received a call or text from anyone other than Zhao, Zhang, or the chairman, he would ensure that they would regret not following his direction. This message implied a direct involvement of Joe Biden in Hunter’s business dealings, raising ethical and legal questions.

The whistleblower testimony highlighted this communication as a clear indicator of the need to search the guest house at the Biden's Delaware residence, where Hunter Biden stayed for a time.

The message exemplified the type of evidence that investigators sought to verify but were obstructed in their efforts. The testimony also underscored the broader implications of political interference in the investigation and the potential misuse of political power for personal gain.

This revelation, part of a broader narrative of alleged obstruction and interference by DOJ and IRS officials, cast further doubt on the integrity of the investigation into Hunter Biden’s financial dealings and the potential involvement of his father.Image
The FULL 212 page testimony can be found here: waysandmeans.house.gov/wp-content/upl…
9🧵DOJ and FBI Confirmation of Laptop's Authenticity

In January 2024, a significant development emerged in the ongoing saga of Hunter Biden’s laptop. The Department of Justice (DOJ) confirmed the authenticity of the laptop's data in a court filing, stating that it matches records from Hunter Biden’s iCloud account.

This confirmation came as part of the legal proceedings in Hunter Biden's gun trial, where he faces three felony charges.

The court filing was a critical step in establishing the credibility of the laptop’s contents, which had been a subject of intense scrutiny and debate. The DOJ’s assertion that the data is "self-authenticating" reinforced the legitimacy of the laptop’s contents and provided a robust rebuttal to earlier claims of potential disinformation.

Federal prosecutors used data from the laptop as evidence in the trial, underscoring its authenticity and corroborating it with other evidence. This marked a pivotal moment in the legal proceedings against Hunter Biden, reinforcing the relevance of the laptop’s contents to ongoing investigations and highlighting the seriousness of the charges he faces.
10 🧵Explaining the Connection to the Gun Case

Understanding the connection between Hunter Biden’s laptop and his gun case is crucial, especially for those skeptical of the relevance.

Here’s a detailed breakdown of how the laptop contents became pivotal in the legal proceedings.

1. Background on the Gun Case: In 2018, Hunter Biden purchased a firearm. Federal law prohibits individuals who are unlawful users of or addicted to controlled substances from possessing firearms. During the purchase, Hunter Biden allegedly lied on the federal firearms transaction record by denying drug use.

2. Evidence from the Laptop: Hunter Biden's laptop contained numerous pieces of evidence, including emails, photos, and text messages that documented his extensive drug use during the period in question. This evidence directly contradicted his statements on the firearm purchase form, providing prosecutors with tangible proof of his unlawful possession of a firearm.

3. DOJ’s Confirmation of Authenticity: The Department of Justice's confirmation in January 2024 that the data from the laptop matched records from Hunter Biden’s iCloud account was crucial. This confirmation established the credibility of the laptop's contents, which were used to substantiate the charges against Hunter Biden in the gun case.
You Can Read More about it here:
theepochtimes.com/us/justice-dep…
And See the Court Filing Here:
courtlistener.com/docket/6751170…
11 🧵Hunter Biden's Conviction

In June 2024, Hunter Biden was found guilty on all three felony counts related to his 2018 firearm purchase. The jury determined that Hunter lied on a federal firearms transaction record and unlawfully possessed a firearm while being addicted to crack cocaine. This marks the first time the child of a sitting president has been convicted of a crime.

During the trial, evidence from Hunter Biden's laptop was pivotal in demonstrating his drug use during the period in question. The DOJ’s confirmation of the laptop's authenticity played a crucial role in the case, reinforcing the legitimacy of the evidence presented.

While this gun conviction is significant, it also shifts focus to the broader allegations stemming from the laptop's contents.

The laptop, now verified, contains extensive documentation of Hunter Biden’s business dealings and personal activities, suggesting potential ethical and legal violations.

These issues arguably pose more substantial concerns than the gun charge and warrant deeper investigation.

The fact that the FBI had possession of the laptop for four years raises questions about the pace and scope of the investigation.

Critics argue that the handling of this case reflects broader issues within the justice system and the potential influence of political considerations. The public and media must continue to scrutinize these developments to ensure accountability and transparency.
Hunter Found Guilty on Gun Charges.
cbsnews.com/news/hunter-bi…

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