On Friday, the Times reported that in 2016 Hunter used his connections at the Obama State Department to try to set up a meeting with an Italian official./ AFP via Getty Images
| Published April 5, 2025
Delayed Accountability: Media’s Shift on Hunter Biden’s Activities
In a recent opinion piece, The New York Post critiques The New York Times for belatedly reporting on Hunter Biden’s influence-peddling activities linked to his father, then-Vice President Joe Biden. The Times’ April 2025 article reveals that in 2016, Hunter sought assistance from the U.S. government to address regulatory challenges in Italy for Burisma, a Ukrainian energy company where he served on the board. The Post argues that this coverage comes years too late, especially since outlets like theirs had extensively reported on Hunter’s alleged misconduct earlier, only to face dismissal from mainstream media.
Early Warnings and Media Discrepancies
Prior to this, in December 2024, The New York Times acknowledged the unprecedented surge in immigration during the Biden administration, attributing it largely to the administration’s policies. This admission raised questions about the media’s role in informing the public during the election cycle, given that other sources had highlighted these issues much earlier.
Furthermore, Fox News commentators have criticized the mainstream media, including The New York Times, for initially dismissing the Hunter Biden laptop story during the 2020 election as disinformation. They argue that the media’s reluctance to cover the story at the time may have influenced public perception and the election’s outcome.
Hunter Biden laptop story finally acknowledged by New York Times
The ‘Fox & Friends’ hosts discuss the latest developments in the story involving the president’s son.
Evolving Media Narratives
The shift in media coverage raises concerns about journalistic integrity and the timing of reporting on politically sensitive issues. As public trust in media institutions fluctuates, the question arises: Should the media prioritize timely reporting, especially on matters with significant political implications, to ensure an informed electorate?
SOURCES: THE NEW YORK POST – The Times finally covers the Bidens’ scandals . . . years too late
FOX NEWS – Hunter Biden scandal: Media slowly acknowledges legitimacy to emails after dismissing laptop story in 2020
