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Hunter Biden Defends Father Amid 2024 Exit Pressure

7/22/2025

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In a candid YouTube interview, Hunter Biden disclosed that President Joe Biden took Ambien before a challenging debate against Donald Trump, which led to mounting pressure for him to exit the 2024 race. Hunter passionately defended his father's legacy, calling out influential Democrats like George Clooney and James Carville for their push to step down.

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In a candid YouTube interview, Hunter Biden disclosed that President Joe Biden took Ambien before a challenging debate against Donald Trump, which led to mounting pressure for him to exit the 2024 race. Hunter passionately defended his father's legacy, calling out influential Democrats like George Clooney and James Carville for their push to step down.