A recent report by the Washington Post, it was revealed that Lion Hall Group, owned by James and Sara Biden, might hold the key to the Biden family’s fortune. The FBI reportedly possesses tapes showing James Biden leveraging his brother President Joe Biden’s influence for commercial gains.
The report suggests that the Biden family utilized shell corporations, sold the Biden brand, and accumulated millions of dollars during Joe Biden’s tenure in federal office. James Biden’s role as a consultant and political fixer in the private sector often overlapped with his brother’s public duties throughout Joe Biden’s political career.
This revelation gains significance as congressional Republicans investigate potential involvement by President Biden in his family’s commercial dealings. The investigation, initially focused on Hunter Biden, now extends to James Biden following the House Oversight Committee’s demand for testimony.
The spotlight is on Lion Hall, with the business reportedly earning $24 million between 2015 and 2019 using over 20 shell companies. The investigation also delves into the connections between James Biden and trial attorney Richard Dickie Scruggs, raising questions about a historic deal involving tobacco companies.
While detractors emphasize that the story doesn’t implicate Joe Biden directly, questions about his awareness or involvement persist. The report indicates that money was sent to family members like Hunter or James, not directly to Biden himself.
House Oversight Chairman James Comer and the Associated Press have investigated shell companies, revealing that some were used for real estate holdings. However, the report concludes that there is no evidence of Joe Biden’s involvement in any alleged wrongdoing.
The investigation’s potential impact on the Biden family’s reputation and public perception of their business dealings is significant. As the ethical implications and possible conflicts of interest come under scrutiny, the role of Lion Hall Group is expected to remain a central topic in the ongoing investigation.