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Now We Know: Hunter Biden Was Lobbying for Foreign Companies
The lack of enforcement against Hunter Biden’s lobbying on behalf of foreign entities would not normally be such a big deal, but Trump’s treatment exposes a glaring double standard. (Photo by Evan Vucci via Getty Images)
Trump’s complaints of a two-tiered justice system have become central to his campaign. Hunter’s treatment gives weight to his claims.
By Eli Lake
08.15.24 — U.S. Politics
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One of the MAGA movement’s most persistent criticisms of the justice system in recent years is that there is one standard for Trump supporters and another for his opponents.

Call it “Trump law.” When Democrats, like former attorney general Eric Holder, ignore a congressional subpoena, nothing happens. When Trump supporters like Steve Bannon ignored the s…

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Eli Lake
Eli Lake is the host of Breaking History, a new history podcast from The Free Press. A veteran journalist with expertise in foreign affairs and national security, Eli has reported for Bloomberg, The Daily Beast, and Newsweek. With Breaking History, he brings his sharp analysis and storytelling skills to uncover the connections between today’s events and pivotal moments in the past.
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