Hunter Biden's attorneys say he might testify in federal firearm trial

DOVER, DELAWARE: Hunter Biden's attorneys left open the possibility that their client could testify in his criminal trial the following week as the court adjourned on Friday, June 7. Hunter is charged with three felonies in connection with the purchase of a revolver in 2018.

During the trial, Hunter's defense lawyer Abbe Lowell stated on Friday, the fifth day, that he would decide over the weekend regarding whether or not to call him as the last witness to testify.

What charges does Hunter Biden face?

Hunter is facing charges of making a false statement in the purchase of a gun, falsifying statements related to information required to be kept by a federally licensed gun dealer, and possession of a gun by a person who is an unlawful user of or addicted to a controlled substance.

Decision on whether to put Hunter Biden on the stand will come over the weekend

Lowell stated he would notify Special Counsel David Weiss's office upon making his decision over the weekend regarding whether or not to call Hunter to testify. The decision is expected to be announced on Monday, June 10, around 8.15 am ET, when court resumes.

What would happen if Hunter Biden testifies?

If Hunter is called to testify next week, the majority of the day, possibly even the entire day, may be devoted to direct testimony and cross-examination, per Fox News.

The prosecution has indicated that they may call a witness in rebuttal if Hunter gives a statement. In that scenario, Tuesday is probably the earliest that closing arguments and jury instructions would be presented. 

In case Hunter Biden doesn't testify

Things will probably proceed more quickly, though, if Lowell informs Judge Maryellen Noreika that Hunter won't be testifying on Monday.

When the court reconvenes on Monday, closing arguments and jury instructions are expected to begin if Hunter chooses not to testify. The jury could start deliberations the same day after lunch in that scenario.

Hunter pleaded not guilty in the case. He also pleaded not guilty to tax-related charges in a federal court in California, also brought by Weiss.

The maximum sentence for all three charges combined could be 25 years in prison. In addition, there is a $250,000 maximum fine and a three-year supervised release period for each count.

Naomi Biden also testified about her father Hunter Biden's addiction struggles

Hunter's eldest daughter, Naomi, testified about her father's addiction struggles in court on Friday morning, and Lowell had to decide whether to call Hunter to the stand for testimony.

Naomi testified under cross-examination that she knew her father had been "struggling with addiction" in the past and noted that she "never saw him use" drugs.

The first son's addiction problems are acknowledged by Hunter's defense team and are extensively detailed in his memoir, 'Beautiful Things'. Rather, they contend that Biden did not view himself as an illegal substance user on October 12, 2018, the day he made his gun purchase.

Others who testified during the week

This week, Hunter's sister-in-law turned girlfriend Hallie Biden, his former wife and Naomi's mother Kathleen Buhle, and his ex-girlfriend and former stripper Zoe Kestan all gave testimony.

Internet says 'the show must go on'

Netizens gave their opinions after it was reported that the first son could possibly testify the next week.

One X user tweeted, "He won't take the stand." Another penned, "That’s Not happening."

"That’d be a BIG mistake. But, I’d pay to watch the cross-examination!" another individual chimed in. "The show must go on," added one.

"They should put them on. The world can witness his lies," tweeted one user while another backed, "No way that dude a terrible liar. I only say that because he can’t tell the truth." 

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