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Hunter Biden’s indictment and a government shutdown on the horizon

Sep 15, 2023
Hunter Biden indicted for alleged illegal possession of a firearm. Congress races to prevent a government shutdown. Lab-grown meat gains kosher and halal certification. The podcast also announces its final episode and addresses listener questions.
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  • Hunter Biden's indictment adds to the legal actions surrounding him and becomes a reason for an impeachment inquiry against President Biden.
  • The dysfunction in Congress makes it increasingly difficult to rely on them to avoid a government shutdown and highlights the challenges of getting meaningful action from Congress.

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Hunter Biden indicted on federal gun charges

Hunter Biden has been indicted on federal gun charges, which adds to the legal actions surrounding him. These charges, dating back to 2018, become significant when combined with the four Trump indictments. House Republicans are using Hunter Biden's businesses as a reason for an impeachment inquiry against President Biden.

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