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Biden Pressured CIA to Hide Ukraine Concerns on Family Ties

10/8/2025

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Summary

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Declassified documents show Joe Biden asked the CIA to withhold a report on Ukrainian officials' concerns about his family's business ties.
The December 2015 report said Ukrainian officials were disappointed with Biden's visit and expected discussions that did not occur.
Biden threatened $1 billion in aid unless Viktor Shokin, investigating Burisma where Hunter Biden served on the board, was fired.

History

Historical Context

In December 2015, Vice President Joe Biden pressured Ukraine to dismiss Prosecutor General Viktor Shokin, threatening to withhold $1 billion in aid due to Shokin's inadequate anti-corruption efforts. This move was part of U.S. policy following Ukraine's 2014 revolution, aimed at supporting reforms. Shokin's dismissal in March 2016 highlighted the complexities of U.S.-Ukraine relations amid ongoing concerns over corruption.

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Story summary

Declassified documents show Joe Biden asked the CIA to withhold a report on Ukrainian officials' concerns about his family's business ties.
The December 2015 report said Ukrainian officials were disappointed with Biden's visit and expected discussions that did not occur.
Biden threatened $1 billion in aid unless Viktor Shokin, investigating Burisma where Hunter Biden served on the board, was fired.

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