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Hunter Biden Investigation: Latest Status (January 30, 2026)
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The federal investigation into Hunter Biden, son of President Joe Biden, remains ongoing as of January 30, 2026, focusing on potential tax violations and foreign business dealings. While no new indictments have been filed since the initial charges in June 2023, the investigation continues under the purview of special counsel David Weiss.
Tax Charges and Initial Indictment
Hunter Biden was initially indicted in June 2023 on two misdemeanor counts of failing to pay federal taxes and one felony count of evading taxes. The Department of Justice press release details these charges, alleging he failed to pay over $100,000 in taxes owed between 2016 and 2019. He pleaded not guilty to all charges.
In August 2023, a deal was reached where Biden would plead guilty to the misdemeanor tax charges, avoiding a potential prison sentance. However, the judge, Maryellen Noreika, questioned the terms of the agreement, notably regarding immunity from future prosecution, and ultimately did not accept the plea.
Following the rejection of the initial plea deal, Special Counsel David Weiss was appointed in August 2023 to continue the investigation. The Attorney General’s order granting Weiss special counsel status affirmed his authority to pursue the investigation without political interference.
Foreign Business Dealings and Congressional Investigations
Alongside the tax investigation, Hunter Biden’s foreign business dealings, particularly those with companies in Ukraine and China, have been subject to intense scrutiny. Congressional Republicans have led multiple investigations into these dealings, alleging potential influence peddling by the Biden family.
The House Oversight Committee, led by Chairman James Comer, has released reports detailing financial transactions involving Hunter Biden and his associates. A report released in March 2024 outlined alleged payments from foreign entities to members of the Biden family. These reports have been criticized by Democrats as politically motivated and lacking concrete evidence of wrongdoing by President Biden.
In December 2025, the House of Representatives voted to hold Hunter Biden in contempt of Congress for refusing to comply with subpoenas related to the investigation. The matter is currently pending in the courts.
Current Status (January 30, 2026)
As of January 30, 2026, the tax case remains unresolved. Hunter Biden’s legal team continues to challenge the charges, and negotiations with the Special Counsel’s office are reportedly ongoing. The Associated Press reported on January 20, 2026 that no trial date has been set, and the possibility of a new plea agreement or a trial remains
