Judge dismisses charges against ex-FBI agents in Hunter Biden case
The gist
A federal judge in Washington dismissed the criminal complaint against two former FBI officials accused of lying to Congress about Hunter Biden's laptop.
The case was filed 10 days before the midterms, raising questions about politically timed prosecutions.
How it unfolded
- Oct 23, 2026Floris and Benavides were charged with making false statements to Congress about their roles in investigating Hunter Biden's laptop; they surrendered and made their first court appearance in Washington.
- Oct 29, 2026Defense lawyers urged a federal judge to dismiss the complaint, calling it an overtly political prosecution aimed at placating President Donald Trump.
- Nov 2, 2026A federal judge in Washington dismissed the criminal complaint against the two former FBI officials.