Joe Biden blasted for saying he is 'also a dad' after son Hunter's conviction in gun crime trial

WASHINGTON, DC: President Joe Biden responded to the guilty decision in his son's gun trial by pointing out that his role as president is complemented by his role as a father. "As I said last week, I am the President, but I am also a Dad. Jill and I love our son, and we are so proud of the man he is today," Biden said of his son, Hunter Biden, after the guilty verdict. 

"So many families who have had loved ones battle addiction understand the feeling of pride seeing someone you love come out the other side and be so strong and resilient in recovery," he added according to Fox News.

Joe Biden says he won't use his powers and 'will accept the outcome' of son Hunter Biden's gun trial

In his statement, the president who had previously said he would not use his authority to overturn his son's guilty verdict—appears to have upheld his earlier promise, stating that he "will accept the outcome of this case and will continue to respect the judicial process as Hunter considers an appeal."

"Jill and I will always be there for Hunter and the rest of our family with our love and support," Biden said. "Nothing will ever change that."

Several Biden family members reacted after Hunter Biden's guilty verdict

Several members of the Biden family responded immediately to the verdict, including the president. James Biden, the uncle of Hunter, looked upset as the verdict was read aloud in court. Hunter's wife, Melissa Biden, turned to kiss her husband in the aftermath of the verdict.

Hunter remained motionless and gazed ahead with wide eyes as the jury delivered its verdict, displaying very little emotion himself.

Following the reading of the counts, the first son gave a firm embrace to a member of his legal team and grinned broadly at his lawyer, Abbe Lowell.

Hunter Biden's defence lawyer Abbe Lowell issued a statement shortly after the verdict

Lowell issued a statement shortly after the verdict, saying that the legal team is "naturally disappointed by today's verdict."

"We respect the jury process, and as we have done throughout this case, we will continue to vigorously pursue all the legal challenges available to Hunter," Lowell said. "Through all he has been through in his recovery, including this trial, Hunter has felt grateful for and blessed by the love and support of his family."

First lady Jill Biden was among the many family members and friends who stood by Biden during the trial.

As the verdict was being read, many of those supporters were unable to return to the courtroom and were instead forced to wait in a security line while others hurried to the courthouse to hear the news.

Hunter Biden also issued a statement after the verdict

Biden also issued a statement shortly after the verdict, saying he came away "more grateful today for the love and support I experienced this last week from Melissa, my family, my friends, and my community than I am disappointed by the outcome."

"Recovery is possible by the grace of God, and I am blessed to experience that gift one day at a time," he said.

Hunter was found guilty on all charges in the criminal case focusing on his purchase of a firearm in 2018. He could face a maximum of 25 years in prison with the conviction, though legal experts have said he is unlikely to face jail time.

Judge Maryellen Noreika said on Tuesday, June 11, that she would set a date for sentencing at a later time, but she hasn't set a date yet.

Internet blasts Joe Biden after he responded to son Hunter Biden's guilty verdict

Netizens took shots against President Biden in his emotional statement following his son's guilty verdict. One X (formerly Twitter) user wrote, "Not a good one lol," while another echoed the same, "Apparently, not a good one."

"We’re supposed believe you never saw this coming? Did you expect the sweetheart deal to go through? What about the tax evasion charges? You are an enabler joe. No pity for you," lashed out one user.

Another comment read, "'also a dad' but not a grandfather to one of his grandchildren... but with his reputation of showering, sniffing, kissing, suggestive sexual talk to children, maybe its for the best."

"That line is getting old," slammed one user.

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