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Hunter Biden Faces Potential Jail Time Over Child Support Dispute
1/16/2026, 3:10:00 AM
Child Support Case Reopened by Lunden Roberts
Lunden Roberts, the mother of Hunter Biden's daughter, has petitioned an Arkansas court to have him arrested for allegedly failing to comply with a child support agreement. In her recent filing, Roberts claims that Biden has not met the terms of their arrangement, which was established in 2023 and required him to pay $5,000 per month in support. The agreement also included provisions for Biden to engage with their daughter, Navy Joan, who is now six years old. Roberts asserts that Biden has "ghosted" their daughter, leading her to experience emotional distress.
Allegations of Non-Compliance
Roberts' filing emphasizes that while Biden sent some paintings to Navy Joan, they were not selected by her, undermining the intended connection between father and daughter. She argues that his actions represent a "willful and contemptuous violation" of the court's orders. Roberts has requested that the court reassess Biden's child support payments, citing his family's affluent lifestyle as a basis for her claim. She noted that Biden's other children enjoy a higher standard of living, which she believes should also extend to Navy Joan.
Background of the Relationship
Hunter Biden and Lunden Roberts reportedly met in December 2017, and their relationship led to the birth of Navy Joan in August 2018. Despite initially denying paternity, a court-mandated DNA test confirmed Biden as the father. Following this, he began to establish a relationship with Navy Joan, but Roberts claims that this connection abruptly ended in 2024. She highlights that Biden's previous statements expressing guilt over his absence from their daughter's life now appear insincere.
Criticism of Hunter Biden's Actions
Roberts has criticized Biden for his lack of involvement in Navy Joan's life, stating that he has not communicated with her since 2024. She argues that his failure to fulfill the child support agreement not only affects their daughter financially but also emotionally. The filing suggests that Biden's actions have caused significant distress to Navy Joan, who has expressed a desire for her father's presence in her life.
Official Statements & Responses
In her legal filing, Roberts stated, "To this day, MC1 has not heard again from her father," expressing her confusion over Biden's previous claims of remorse. She has urged the court to take action, suggesting that while no one can force Biden to be a good father, the court can ensure that Navy Joan receives equitable support compared to her half-siblings.
What's Next
The case is now in the hands of Judge Holly Meyer, who will determine the next steps regarding Hunter Biden's compliance with the child support agreement. If found in contempt, Biden could face incarceration until he fulfills the court's orders. The outcome of this case may have significant implications for Biden's relationship with his daughter and his obligations as a parent.
