The U.S. House of Representatives has announced the launch of a formal impeachment probe against the sitting President Joe Biden.
Kevin McCarthy, the House speaker, announced the decision on Tuesday at the capitol, disclosing that Mr Biden’s probe would focus on allegations of abuse of power, obstruction and corruption.
“Today, I am directing our House committees to open a formal impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden,” Mr McCarthy said.
The lower chamber has been investigating Mr Biden since the lawmakers took over the parliament in January. However, the hearing has found no concrete misconduct against the president.
The development has further made the House inquire about the business dealings of the president’s son, Hunter Biden, which the Republicans said are questionable.
The president’s son is under federal investigation for possible tax crimes related to his foreign business interests.
Mr McCarthy…