Delaware
US judge refuses to dismiss Hunter Biden gun charges
Federal Judge Maryellen Noreika on Friday refused to grant Hunter Biden’s motion to dismiss the federal gun charges he is currently facing. This means the case against Hunter Biden, who is US President Joe Biden’s son, will continue.
Hunter Biden’s original motion to dismiss the charges alleged that the appointment of Special Counsel David Weiss, appointed by Attorney General Merrick Garland in 2023, was unlawful under Department of Justice (DOJ) regulations, which state that “The Special Counsel shall be selected from outside the United States Government.” At the time of Weiss’ appointment, he was a US Attorney for the District of Delaware.
Noreika dismissed Hunter Biden’s argument, citing the last section of the Special Counsel regulations, which states:
The regulations in this part are not intended to, do not, and may not be relied upon to create any rights, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or equity, by any person or entity, in any matter, civil, criminal, or administrative.
Hunter Biden also claimed Weiss’ appointment violated the Appropriations Clause of the US Constitution, claiming the appropriations bill that is funding Weiss’ position as Special Counsel has lapsed and Weiss is not “independent” as defined by the statute, citing Weiss’ status as a US Attorney for the District of Delaware.
Noreika also dismissed this argument, writing:
Defendant thus ignores the substantial degree of independence that Special Counsel Weiss has notwithstanding that he remains subject to the DOJ regulations. Moreover, neither the GAO [Government Accountability Office] nor any court has reached the conclusion that Defendant advocates here – i.e., that special counsel subject to the special counsel regulations cannot be “independent” within the meaning of the appropriation.
The federal gun charges against Hunter Biden, brought in the state of Delaware, stem from the allegations that Hunter Biden lied about his drug addiction on federal firearm purchase forms. The charges encompass two counts of making false statements on the federal firearm purchase forms and one count of owning a firearm while using drugs. Hunter Biden pleaded not guilty to the charges after a federal judge rejected Hunter Biden’s planned plea deal. Biden was originally charged in June of 2023, with Special Counsel Weiss being appointed in August.
Alongside the Delaware gun charges, Hunter Biden is also charged with nine federal criminal tax charges in California. The tax charges stem from Hunter Biden’s activities with his company Owasco, his actions as a board member for a Ukrainian industrial company called Burisma and his dealings with a Chinese private equity fund. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has alleged that he skirted at least $1.4 million in taxes between 2016 and 2019. A Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) informant claimed as part of the investigations into Hunter Biden that both President Joe Biden and Hunter Biden received bribes from Burisma as well, but this has since been proven false, and the informant has been charged with making a false statement and creating a false and fictitious record during a federal investigation.
The charges and allegations against Hunter Biden led to a US House of Representatives impeachment inquiry against President Joe Biden. The House alleges that Joe Biden and his family have suspicious foreign financial ties and that the investigation against Hunter Biden was slow-walked due to pressure from the administration of President Joe Biden. Former IRS agent Gary Shapley alleged in his testimony to Congress as part of the inquiry that Hunter Biden received preferential treatment during the IRS investigation into his unpaid taxes.
The Delaware Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big.
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Winning Powerball numbers from April 20 drawing
09-17-36-47-64, Powerball: 26, Power Play: 3
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Winning Play 3 numbers from April 20 drawing
Day: 2-2-8
Night: 4-8-2
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Winning Play 4 numbers from April 20 drawing
Day: 5-8-5-9
Night: 8-8-4-8
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Winning Multi-Win Lotto numbers from April 20 drawing
02-04-06-10-11-25
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Winning Lotto America numbers from April 20 drawing
05-07-31-41-43, Star Ball: 07, ASB: 02
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Winning Play 5 numbers from April 20 drawing
Day: 1-5-6-0-1
Night: 0-6-7-5-5
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Can I claim a jackpot prize anonymously in Delaware?
Fortunately for First State residents, the Delaware Lottery allows winners remain anonymous. Unlike many other states that require a prize be over a certain jackpot, Delawareans can remain anonymous no matter how much, or how little, they win.
How long do I have to claim my prize in Delaware?
Tickets are valid for up to one year past the drawing date for drawing game prizes or within one year of the announced end of sales for Instant Games, according to delottery.com.
When are the Delaware Lottery drawings held?
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Powerball: 10:59 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
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Mega Millions: 11:00 p.m. on Tuesday and Friday.
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Multi-Win Lotto: 7:57 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
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Lucky for Life: Daily at 10:38 p.m.
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Lotto America: 11:00 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday
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This article originally appeared on Delaware News Journal: Delaware Lottery Powerball, Play 3 Day winning numbers for April 20, 2026
MUNCIE, IN — Five individuals and one organization were recognized for their contributions to Delaware County during the annual ViVA (Very Important Volunteer Award) luncheon on April 14, according to a community announcement.
The event, hosted by the Muncie Noon Rotary Club in partnership with the Muncie Sunrise Rotary Club, has been a tradition since 1993. The ViVA Awards celebrate those who dedicate their time and resources to uplift the community.
Vickie Armstrong Oliver, Ken Glaub, Dottie Kreps and Beth Kroehler each received individual ViVA Awards for their volunteer efforts and commitment to various causes.
The Muncie Central High School Alumni Association was presented with the 2026 ViVA Organizational Award. Since 1995, the association has supported the high school through philanthropy and historical preservation.
The association has awarded more than $76,000 in scholarships to seniors and nearly $39,000 in teacher grants. It has also financed various campus needs, including the restoration of the school’s Abraham Lincoln statue. The board maintains a public Memorabilia Room to preserve the school’s legacy.
Linda Gregory received the Edmund F. Ball Lifetime Achievement Award for her lifelong dedication to service in the community.
The ViVA Awards luncheon served as a reminder of the generosity and compassion that define Delaware County’s volunteer heritage, according to the announcement.
This story was created with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the information gathering, review, editing and publishing process. Learn more at cm.usatoday.com/ethical-conduct.
The Delaware Marathon Run Fest on Sunday ended with a photo finish that proved nothing is over until it’s over.
In a video taken by the Instagram user @aktiv8edleem and shared with NBC10, a runner is seen jogging in the lead with his arms raised as if he’s won. But then, another man sprints up the final stretch and passes him for the win.
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