Hunter Biden Is Under Federal Investigation Over His Taxes

Hunter Biden has revealed he is under federal investigation for his taxes.

The US Attorney's Office in Delaware announced it would be launching a probe into the President-elect's son's tax affairs.

Hunter has issued a statement saying he takes the matter seriously and he will be cooperating with authorities during their inquiries.

"I learned yesterday for the first time that the U.S. Attorney's Office in Delaware advised my legal counsel, also yesterday, that they are investigating my tax affairs," Biden said in a statement.

"I take this matter very seriously but I am confident that a professional and objective review of these matters will demonstrate that I handled my affairs legally and appropriately, including with the benefit of professional tax advisors."

Hunter Biden's late son, Beau, used to be Delaware's attorney general.

The transition team for Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris has also issued a statement.

"President-elect Biden is deeply proud of his son, who has fought through difficult challenges, including the vicious personal attacks of recent months, only to emerge stronger," it said.

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