Hunter Biden text in impeachment inquiry is not what G.O.P. suggests

The back story to a 2019 message does not support assertions of corruption.

View in browser|nytimes.com Continue reading the main story December 27, 2023 A 2019 text message from Hunter Biden alluded to giving his father, President Biden, half his salary. House Republicans are citing it as evidence of corruption by the Biden family. Leigh Vogel for The New York Times But the meaning of the text has been distorted. Here's the back story behind the message. → Sign up for the On Politics newsletter. A Times reader's guide to the political news in Washington and across the nation. Get it in your inbox Continue reading the main story ADVERTISEMENT Continue reading the main story Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this message because you signed up for updates from The New York Times. To stop receiving From The Times, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018