In a startling revelation, Hunter Biden has admitted to using crack cocaine and the prescription sleep aid Ambien during his father's presidency. The confession, made during a recent interview, has sent shockwaves through political circles and reignited debates about the Biden family's personal struggles.
The 53-year-old son of President Joe Biden opened up about his long battle with addiction, detailing how substance abuse impacted his life even as his father led the country. "There were times when I was using crack daily," Hunter confessed, "and Ambien became part of the cycle."
The Dark Days of Addiction
Hunter described periods where his drug use spiraled out of control, particularly during 2020 when his father was campaigning for the White House. The admission comes amid ongoing Republican investigations into Hunter Biden's business dealings and personal life.
Medical experts warn that combining stimulants like crack cocaine with sedatives such as Ambien can be particularly dangerous. "This combination puts tremendous stress on the cardiovascular system," explained Dr. Sarah Thompson, an addiction specialist. "It's essentially sending mixed signals to the body that can lead to overdose or long-term health consequences."
Political Fallout
The revelations have provided fresh ammunition for critics of the Biden administration. Several Republican lawmakers have seized on the admission as evidence of what they call "a pattern of poor judgment" within the Biden family.
White House officials have declined to comment directly on Hunter Biden's personal struggles, reiterating the president's unconditional love for his son. "Like many American families, the Bidens have faced challenges with addiction," a spokesperson stated. "The president remains proud of his son's recovery journey."
Hunter Biden has reportedly been sober since mid-2021 and has been working on a memoir detailing his experiences with addiction. The book is expected to address these latest revelations in greater detail.
