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In a closed-door interview conducted on Capitol Hill on September 12, Michael Batdorf, the third IRS Whistleblower shared his feelings of frustration regarding the roadblocks encountered by U.S. Attorney David Weiss’s investigation pursuing charges against Hunter Biden, the embattled son of President Joe Biden.

Batdorf, the former Director of Field Operations for the IRS gave testimony that resonates with the statements of two earlier whistleblowers, Gary Shapley and Joseph Ziegler, who had previously raised concerns with Congress. 

They collectively claim that Attorney General Merrick Garland's assertion of providing Weiss with unrestricted authority to pursue charges against Hunter Biden does not align with the reality of the situation. Additionally, Batdorf voiced his growing frustration with the Department of Justice's perceived obstructive behavior, which has hampered the progress of the investigation.

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IRS Whistleblower testified

Garland has claimed publicly he gave Weiss full control and authority to file charges. But Weiss allegedly told IRS agents that his hands were being tied in the case.

“DOJ Tax would have to authorize charges prior to David Weiss recommending an indictment or prosecution,” Batdorf insisted during his interview.

“So, I mean, my understanding is that I mean, he can’t make that decision without DOJ Tax authorization,” Batdorf said.

Batdorf's testimony highlighted potentially new dimensions of alleged corruption. Weiss's decision to remove Gary Shapley from the case. This raised questions about the motives behind this personnel change. Shapley later became a whistleblower. 

Furthermore, Batdorf highlighted the Department of Justice's treatment of Hunter Biden, suggesting that it seemed to favor the president's son. This preference translated into Hunter Biden's legal team enjoying significantly more opportunities to engage with the DOJ's tax division than the average individual would typically receive. This access allowed Hunter to present his case, potentially influencing the outcome of the investigation.

As this intricate and politically charged investigation continues to unfold, Batdorf's testimony adds another layer to the ongoing discourse surrounding the handling of the Hunter Biden case by the Department of Justice. All the whistleblowers have raised critical questions about transparency, fairness, and the pursuit of justice in high-profile matters.