Hunter Biden still has a chance to take the stand as gun trial nears its end: Live updates

Security footage appears to shows Hallie Biden dumping Hunter Biden’s gun in garbage

Hunter Biden’s federal gun charges trial is wrapping up quicker than expected with defense attorneys expected to either call another witness to the stand or rest their case.

Proceedings in the case are off to an early start after the trial unexpectedly ended midday on Friday. Defense attorneys and prosecutors are meeting with the judge to go over a motion to acquit before the jury hears the defense’s case.

Attorneys could call a witness – potentially Biden himself – to testify

Prosecutors allege Biden lied on a federal gun form about his unlawful use of illegal drugs when purchasing a handgun in October 2018. They claim Biden was actively using crack cocaine at the time.

Defense attorneys dispute that, claiming the government has a high burden to prove Biden was using drugs when he purchased a gun.

Ultimately, a jury of 12 will decide if Biden is guilty or innocent – potentially as soon as today.

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Judge reviewing jury instructions

Judge Maryellen Noreika is going over jury instructions with both sides this morning before the jury enters court.

Jury is expected to enter around 9am in which the defense will either continue calling witnesses or rest their case.

Ariana Baio10 June 2024 13:45

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Jill Biden arrives at court

First lady Jill Biden arrives to the J. Caleb Boggs Federal Building on June 10, 2024 in Wilmington, Delaware (Getty Images)

Ariana Baio10 June 2024 13:40

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Hunter Biden enters court for fifth day

Hunter Biden and his wife, Melissa Cohen Biden, arrived at federal court on Monday for the fifth day of proceedings.

Hunter Biden, son of U.S. President Joe Biden, arrives with his wife Melissa Cohen Biden at the federal court for his trial on criminal gun charges, in Wilmington, Delaware, U.S., June 10, 2024. (REUTERS)

Ariana Baio10 June 2024 13:36

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