Former FBI officials charged in connection with Hunter Biden laptop probe
Two former FBI officials have been charged with lying to Congress regarding their involvement in the 2020 investigation of Hunter Biden's laptop. Defense lawyers argue the charges are politically motivated attempts to influence upcoming midterm elections.
Why it matters
The case underscores the intense political polarization surrounding the Department of Justice and the scrutiny of federal agencies regarding the Biden family.
Lawyers for two accused officials say Department of Justice seeking to revive scandal before midterm vote.
x whatsapp-stroke copylink google Add Al Jazeera on Google info Hunter Biden is seen leaving a federal court in Los Angeles, California [Eric Thayer/The Associated Press] By Al Jazeera Staff and The Associated Press Published On 23 Oct 2026 23 Oct 2026 Two former Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) agents have been charged in connection with a 2020 probe into a laptop belonging to former President Joe Biden’s son, Hunter Biden .
The former officials, Nikki Floris and Bradley Benavides, were charged with lying to Congress. They made their first court appearance in Washington, DC, on Friday.
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