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New Scrutiny on Hunter Biden and COVID-19 Lab Leak Theories Heightens Ahead of Election

In the lead-up to the upcoming November election, traditional media outlets and veteran political reporters are increasingly investigating allegations that have long been highlighted by conservative critics, particularly focusing on the scandals surrounding Hunter Biden and the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Recent commentary from the New York Post criticized The New York Times for its delayed reporting on Hunter Biden’s dealings, stating, “A full 4½ years after The Post’s bombshell series on Hunter Biden’s influence-peddling schemes, The New York Times has deigned to take an interest in the former First Son’s corruption.” This criticism underscores a growing perception that mainstream media has been slow to engage with issues that have been central to Republican narratives.

The New York Times reported that Hunter Biden allegedly sought assistance from the State Department to benefit Burisma, a Ukrainian energy firm, while his father was serving as vice president. This revelation aligns with conservative claims that Hunter exploited his family connections for lucrative business dealings. Hunter Biden joined Burisma in 2014, reportedly earning millions of dollars during his tenure.

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Despite President Biden’s assertions of no involvement in his son’s affairs, allegations have persisted. Republicans contend that the Bidens pressured Burisma’s leadership to part with substantial sums to dismiss a prosecutor investigating the company during the Obama administration.

Further complicating matters, Biden granted his son a broad pardon prior to his departure from the Oval Office, shielding Hunter from legal repercussions related to actions stemming back to 2014. Allegations of influence-peddling have resonated through various platforms, often disregarded by mainstream media.

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Additionally, Hunter Biden was convicted on various charges in Delaware, igniting further discussion on his actions and their implications for his father’s presidency.

Legal expert Jonathan Turley, writing for Fox News Digital, noted the importance of the Times’ belated acknowledgment of these issues, emphasizing that evidence suggests Hunter Biden may have acted as a foreign agent while his father was in office.

Beyond the Biden family controversies, established media sources have begun revisiting other significant narratives that were previously cast aside, such as the origins of COVID-19. A recent New York Times column highlighted that the scientific community may have misled the public regarding the virus’s origins, initially dismissing the lab leak theory as unfounded. The article called attention to the potential suppression of critical evidence concerning safety practices at the Wuhan Institute of Virology.

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Columnist Zeynep Tufekci contended that key facts were obscured to construct a false narrative around the origins of coronavirus. This account diverges sharply from earlier dismissals of the lab leak theory by prominent voices in both science and media.

The Trump-era CIA had deemed a lab leak to be the most plausible explanation for the pandemic’s origins, which was previously branded as a “conspiracy theory.” The New York Times responded to recent criticisms by asserting its comprehensive coverage of the COVID-19 origins debate and its willingness to engage with a range of perspectives on the issue.

Moreover, a new book by journalists Jonathan Allen and Amie Parnes delves into President Biden’s reported mental decline, portraying him as significantly changed from his previous dynamic self. The book suggests a deliberate attempt by Biden’s aides to shield his waning capabilities from public view, raising questions about the leadership’s transparency during his presidency.

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As concerns over Biden’s cognitive abilities intensified during the 2024 election cycle, they escalated following an underwhelming debate performance against Donald Trump. Critics from various political spectrums have urged the need for a generational shift in U.S. leadership.

Following an initial debate against Trump, Biden opted to withdraw from the race, subsequently endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris. Despite Harris’ efforts, she ultimately could not secure enough voter support to win against Trump in the November election.

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Jake Tapper, a CNN anchor known for his critical stance toward Trump, is set to publish a book addressing Biden’s decline, which also tackles the alleged efforts to conceal the president’s struggles.

Fox News Digital reached out for comments from Biden’s post-presidential office but did not receive an immediate response.

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