Fact Check: "Hunter DID make millions from Even after Biden China & Ukraine denied it in the debate and this directly goes against what Joe Biden said in the debate in 2020 with Donald Trump is true"
What We Know
During the 2020 presidential debates, Joe Biden asserted that his son, Hunter Biden, had not made any money from business dealings in China. In the second debate on October 22, 2020, Biden stated, “My son has not made money in terms of this thing about, what are you talking about, China” (source-1). This claim was made in response to accusations from Donald Trump, who alleged that Hunter had profited significantly from foreign business dealings in China and Ukraine (source-4).
Recently, Hunter Biden himself acknowledged in court that he had earned substantial sums from business dealings in China, specifically mentioning income from a company he formed with a Chinese business partner (source-1). This admission marks a significant departure from Joe Biden's claims during the debates, as it confirms that Hunter did indeed make money from Chinese entities, contradicting his father's statements.
Analysis
The evidence surrounding Hunter Biden's financial dealings is complex and often politically charged. While Hunter Biden has confirmed that he earned income from Chinese business interests, the context of Joe Biden's statements during the debates is critical. Biden's assertions were made in response to a specific question regarding whether any unethical behavior occurred during his vice presidency, which may have led him to interpret the question narrowly, focusing on the time when he was in office (source-1).
Moreover, Hunter Biden's income from China primarily occurred after Joe Biden left office. For instance, Hunter's dealings with CEFC China Energy began in 2017, well after Biden's vice presidency ended (source-2). This distinction is crucial as it highlights that while Hunter did earn money from Chinese entities, the timing of these earnings does not directly implicate Joe Biden in any unethical behavior during his vice presidency.
The reliability of sources discussing these events varies. The Washington Post and BBC provide detailed accounts and context, while some outlets may have a more partisan angle. For example, claims made by Trump and his associates often lack substantiated evidence, which raises questions about their credibility (source-4).
Conclusion
The claim that "Hunter DID make millions from Even after Biden China & Ukraine denied it in the debate" is Partially True. While it is accurate that Hunter Biden has acknowledged earning significant sums from business dealings in China, Joe Biden's statements during the debates were made in a specific context that may not fully account for Hunter's post-vice presidency activities. Therefore, while there is a contradiction between Hunter's admissions and Joe Biden's claims, the nuances of timing and context are essential in understanding the full picture.
Sources
- Biden said his son earned no money from China. ... Washington Post
- Hunter Biden: What was he doing in China and Ukraine? - BBC
- The hard-to-follow 11-minute debate clash over foreign ... Politico
- Donald Trump’s accusations about Hunter Biden - Fact Check AFP
- Joe Biden defends son Hunter Biden under pressure from ... USA Today
- Joe Biden responds to question on Hunter's work in Ukraine YouTube
- Trump now says both China and Ukraine should ... CNN
- Trump attacks Biden over son's business dealings in first ... The Hill
