In a recent revelation that has sent shockwaves through the political landscape, more than 40 confidential sources have reportedly provided the FBI with "criminal information" related to the Biden family. This information, which pertains to potential crimes by Hunter Biden, James Biden, and President Joe Biden dating back to his tenure as vice president, has been brought to light by Senator Chuck Grassley of Iowa.
The Grassley Letter
Senator Grassley, in a letter addressed to FBI Director Christopher Wray and Attorney General Merrick Garland, has raised serious concerns about the Biden family's alleged involvement in criminal activities. The letter, which has been obtained by multiple news outlets, is based on years of investigation. Grassley wrote, "This letter is based on years of investigation, including the provision of information, records, and allegations from multiple Justice Department whistleblowers that indicate there is - and has been - an effort among certain Justice Department and FBI officials to improperly delay and stop full and complete investigative activity into the Biden family."
The Allegations
One of the most significant allegations pertains to a bribery scheme involving Joe Biden, Hunter Biden, and Mykola Zlochevsky, the founder and CEO of the Ukrainian natural gas firm, Burisma Holdings. An FBI informant alleged in June 2020 that Zlochevsky described a $10 million bribery allegation against the Bidens. The informant recalled Zlochevsky claiming during a 2016 meeting that "it cost 5 [million] to pay one Biden, and 5 [million] to another Biden."
Furthermore, Grassley has highlighted whistleblower claims that the FBI received information about Hunter Biden's "criminal financial and related activity" in 2020 but chose to shut it down based on assertions that it was subject to "foreign disinformation." The disinformation assessment was reportedly created by FBI Supervisory Intelligence Analyst Brian Auten.
The Biden Family's Response
While the Biden family has consistently denied these allegations, the evidence provided by these confidential sources has raised eyebrows. The FBI's handling of the information, especially the decision to shut down certain investigations, has been questioned by Senator Grassley. He stated, "Based on the information provided to my office over a period of years by multiple credible whistleblowers, there appears to be an effort within the Justice Department and FBI to shut down investigative activity relating to the Biden family."
As the revelations continue to unfold, the political implications of these allegations remain to be seen. Senator Grassley has demanded a response from the FBI and the Department of Justice by November 17. The nation now waits to see how this situation will evolve and what impact it might have on the Biden administration.
