Senator Urges Probe of Hunter Biden Attorney’s Misconduct in Fiery Letter

(Luis Cornelio, Headline USA) In the latest development surrounding the controversial Hunter Biden case, Sen. Pete Ricketts, R-Neb., has called for a new investigation into the conduct of attorneys representing President Joe Biden’s son.

Ricketts alleges that there may have been unethical behavior and favoritism in the legal proceedings, adding to the growing concerns about the impartiality and integrity of the justice system.

“I’ve heard from countless Americans who are concerned our justice system is being weaponized against President Biden’s political opponents while his son gets preferential treatment,” Ricketts said in an interview with Fox News.

These concerns have raised questions about the Biden administration’s handling of high-profile cases, and Ricketts emphasizes the importance of holding those responsible for any misconduct accountable.

“There needs to be accountability for any misconduct or favoritism, including Hunter Biden’s own legal team. Faith in our justice system has been gravely damaged by the Biden administration’s mishandling of recent cases and restoring its integrity is essential,” Ricketts added.

Ricketts made reference to the allegations that an attorney working for Hunter Biden lied about being a Republican attorney in a potentially criminal attempt to remove damning documents from the evidence docket submitted by the Republican-led House Ways and Means Committee.

In a letter addressed to both the New York Departmental Disciplinary Committee for the First Department and the District of Columbia’s Office of Disciplinary Counsel, Ricketts wrote, “I write to you regarding the apparent unethical conduct of members of the New York State Bar and the District of Columbia Bar.”

He added, “As you know, the cornerstone of the legal profession is ethics. All legal professionals, lawyers, and non-lawyers alike, are expected to maintain strict standards for the protection of colleagues, clients, and the court.”

“I am asking both the New York Departmental Disciplinary Committee for the First Department and the District of Columbia’s Office of Disciplinary Counsel to take swift action to examine the actions of attorneys Christopher Clark and Jessica L. Bengels,” the letter added.

Ricketts’ demand for an investigation comes in the wake of mounting public concerns about the fairness of the justice system and potential preferential treatment granted to individuals associated with prominent political figures.

The letter concluded, “While the exact details of this matter are uncertain, it appears an ethical line was crossed. Regardless of whether or not it was Ms. Bengels or another staff member at Latham & Watkins who called the clerk, the circumstances surrounding the incident demand an investigation.”