House of Representatives Takes Step Toward Holding Hunter Biden in Contempt

President Joe Biden’s son refused to testify behind closed doors, defying a subpoena.

President Joe Biden's son, Hunter Biden, talks to reporters outside the U.S. Capitol in Washington on Dec. 13, 2023. Drew Angerer/Getty Images

The U.S. House of Representatives is taking a step toward holding President Joe Biden’s son in contempt of Congress, which could eventually lead to him serving time in jail.

The House Oversight Committee and House Judiciary Committee will work on a resolution to hold Hunter Biden in contempt, the chairmen of the panels said on Jan. 5.