6 PM ET: Hunter Biden convicted, Gaza ceasefire talks, Chiquita found liable & more
Jun 11, 2024
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Juror in Hunter Biden's federal gun case shares insights. President Biden addresses gun laws post son's conviction. Hamas reacts to Biden's ceasefire proposal. Pro-Palestinian protesters clash at UCLA. Chiquita Brands International found liable for financing paramilitary group.
Hunter Biden convicted on federal gun charges, faces up to 25 years in prison.
Chiquita found liable for financing paramilitary group, ordered to pay $38.3 million to victims' families.
Deep dives
Hunter Biden Convicted on Three Federal Felony Gun Charges
A federal jury has convicted Hunter Biden on all three federal felony gun charges he faced. Despite juror opinions that Hunter shouldn't go to jail, the possibility of a 25-year prison sentence exists. Legal experts believe probation is more likely. Hunter expressed disappointment but gratitude for family support.
Chiquita Brands International Ordered to Pay $38.3 Million for Financing Paramilitary Group
Chiquita Brands International was found liable for financing a Colombian paramilitary group, resulting in a jury ordering them to pay $38.3 million to victims' families. The lawsuit alleged that Chiquita's payments supported violent actions. Chiquita plans to appeal the verdict, denying any legal backing for the claims.
We’re hearing from a male juror in Hunter Biden’s federal gun case. President Joe Biden heralded his efforts to strengthen the nation’s gun laws, hours after his son’s conviction. Hamas has responded to a ceasefire proposal President Biden outlined days ago. Police clashed with pro-Palestinian protesters at UCLA. Plus, banana giant Chiquita Brands International has been found liable for financing a paramilitary group.