Topline
Attorney General Merrick Garland named Trump-appointed U.S. attorney David Weiss as a special counsel Friday—a move that may result in a longer, more extensive criminal investigation into Hunter Biden.
David C. Weiss is the U.S. attorney for the District of Delaware.(AP Photo/Ron Soliman)
Key Facts
Garland said in an impromptu presser that Weiss requested special counsel status for his investigation into the president’s son.
Garland also added that a final report will be produced by Weiss at the end of his investigation, noting he will make as much of it possible public.
Weiss will continue serving as the U.S. attorney for the District of Delaware.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
Source: https://www.forbes.com/sites/antoniopequenoiv/2023/08/11/attorney-general-appoints-special-counsel-in-hunter-biden-investigation/