Ex-FBI officials accused of false statements about Hunter Biden press for dismissal of charges - Eagle-Tribune

WASHINGTON (AP) — Defense lawyers urged a federal judge Thursday to dismiss a criminal complaint charging two former FBI counterintelligence officials with making false statements to Congress about Hunter Biden, calling the case an overtly political prosecution aimed at placating President Donald Trump.

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Ex-FBI officials accused of false statements about Hunter Biden press for dismissal of charges - Eagle-Tribune

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