An earlier plea agreement was shut down last year after prosecutors said Biden would likely face additional charges.

Hunter Biden Will Plead Guilty To Federal Tax Charges—But Judge Still Needs To Approve Plea Agreement

An earlier plea agreement was shut down last year after prosecutors said Biden would likely face additional charges.

Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Topline Hunter Biden intends to plead guilty to federal tax charges, his lawyers said Thursday, a decision that would resolve his second criminal trial as jury selection was slated to begin—though the reversal still requires approval from the court. An earlier plea agreement was shut down last year after prosecutors said Biden would likely face ... [+] additional charges. Getty Images Key Facts Hunter Biden’s reversal—referred to as an “Alford plea”—would allow him to acknowledge that prosecutors have enough evidence to convict him, though he would maintain his innocence, CNN reported. Get Forbes Breaking News Text Alerts: We’re launching text message alerts so you'll always know the biggest stories shaping the day’s headlines. Text “Alerts” to (201) 335-0739 or sign up here. Follow me on Twitter. Send me a secure tip. Ty Roush Following Editorial Standards Print Reprints & Permissions