Ex-FBI officials accused of false statements about Hunter Biden press for dismissal of charges
Defense lawyers say the case is political, while an FBI agent testified that the probe began after Donald Trump’s July speech and drew unusual leadership attention.
- On Tuesday, October 27, 2026, the Justice Department submitted a superseding complaint against former FBI officials Nikki Floris and Bradley Benavides, adding an obstruction charge before their scheduled preliminary hearing.
- FBI Director Kash Patel ordered the Kansas City Field Office to investigate the agents following President Donald Trump's July 2020 address on foreign election interference.
- Testifying Tuesday, FBI Special Agent Bryan Witt said he feared the probe would appear "political," and agreed that receiving a direct director tasking was "unusual" in his career.
- Magistrate Judge Zia Faruqui criticized prosecutors for filing the charge without judicial approval, stating the conduct bolstered defense claims the case is "atypical and bizarre."
- Defense attorneys for Floris and Benavides allege the Trump administration weaponized the Justice Department for political gain, while prosecutors deny the case is politically motivated.
64 Articles
64 Articles
The Independent
The Independent (US)Former FBI officials urge judge to toss 'political' Hunter Biden perjury case
Two former FBI officials charged with lying to Congress about their participation in investigations involving Hunter Biden, the son of former President Joe Biden, are due back in court
Jeanine Pirro’s own team caught on tape admitting blunder in Trump revenge case: report
One of U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro's top aides was caught on tape making a damaging admission about a case Kash Patel set in motion.Carlton Davis, a special counsel in Pirro's office, told a House Republican lawyer during a Monday-night phone call that "this is our f--- up," an FBI agent testified in court Thursday, NBC News reported. The case targets former FBI officials Nikki Floris and Bradley Benavides, who were charged last week with lying …
Associated Press News
Ex-FBI officials accused of false statements about Hunter Biden press for dismissal of charges
Defense lawyers have urged a judge to dismiss a criminal complaint charging two former FBI counterintelligence officials with making false statements to Congress about Hunter Biden, calling the case an overtly political prosecution aimed at placating President Donald Trump.
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 51% of the sources are Center
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
