Biden Offers Support Amidst Hunter's Legal Troubles
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President Biden regularly reaches out to his son Hunter to offer support amidst Hunter's legal troubles. Those close to Biden say he is very worried about the toll this is taking.
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Hunter faces new criminal charges and possible contempt of Congress for refusing to testify in a Republican-led hearing.
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Some Democrats worry Hunter's legal issues could damage Biden politically at a perilous time, with Biden's poll numbers slipping.
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Biden feels guilt about the circumstances Hunter faces after losing his mother and sister at a young age. He allowed Hunter to travel overseas with him as VP.
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Aides say Biden's ability to do his job has not been impacted, but he does face worry as a father about his son's situation. Biden takes pride in Hunter's sobriety.