U.S. Attorney Investigating Hunter Biden Designated as 'Special Counsel'

The Department of Justice Grants "Special Counsel" Status to U.S. Attorney Investigating Hunter Biden

The Department of Justice has granted "special counsel" status to the U.S. attorney investigating Hunter Biden, the son of President Joe Biden. U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland made the announcement on Friday, following a request from Delaware U.S. Attorney David Weiss. Weiss, who was appointed by former President Donald Trump, believed that appointing a special counsel was the appropriate action, and Garland agreed.

Former Prosecutor Michael R. Weiss Appointed to Lead Investigation into Capitol Riot

Attorney General Merrick Garland has appointed former prosecutor Michael R. Weiss to lead the investigation into the January 6th Capitol riot. Garland expressed his commitment to providing Weiss with all the necessary resources and reaffirmed that Weiss will have the authority to conduct a thorough investigation and take appropriate steps independently, based solely on the facts and the law.