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IRS Whistleblowers Allege Biden Family Influence in Hunter Probe

12/18/2025

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IRS whistleblowers Gary Shapley and Joseph Ziegler claimed on a podcast they observed corruption during the Hunter Biden finances investigation.
They alleged undue influence from the Biden family obstructed the probe, including evidence withheld from prosecutors.
Hunter Biden pleaded guilty to tax offenses and received a pardon from President Joe Biden before sentencing.
The whistleblowers raised concerns about Foreign Agents Registration Act violations and pledged to speak out despite retaliation.

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IRS whistleblowers Gary Shapley and Joseph Ziegler claimed on a podcast they observed corruption during the Hunter Biden finances investigation.
They alleged undue influence from the Biden family obstructed the probe, including evidence withheld from prosecutors.
Hunter Biden pleaded guilty to tax offenses and received a pardon from President Joe Biden before sentencing.
The whistleblowers raised concerns about Foreign Agents Registration Act violations and pledged to speak out despite retaliation.