As the 2024 presidential election approaches, speculation surrounding the Democratic candidate has intensified. With Joe Biden’s presidency plagued by corruption allegations, signs of mental impairment, and plummeting approval ratings, many are questioning whether he will even be the Democratic nominee. In the midst of this uncertainty, the name that often emerges as a potential replacement is none other than former first lady, Michelle Obama. Known for her widespread popularity and name recognition, Michelle could potentially step in as a last-minute contender if Joe Biden’s candidacy is derailed.

While Michelle Obama was not the president herself, it is her husband’s reputation and accomplishments that she would run on. However, the revelations about Hunter Biden’s influence-peddling and Joe Biden’s alleged complicity have cast a shadow not only on Joe Biden’s presidency but also on the Obama White House. Questions arise about what President Obama knew regarding Joe Biden’s evident corruption and when he became aware of it. The evidence suggests that the Obama administration, often hailed by liberals as “scandal-free,” may have turned a blind eye to one of the biggest political scandals of our time.

The House Oversight Committee, under James Comer, has been diligently building a case that Hunter Biden profited from selling access to his father while Joe Biden served as vice president under Barack Obama from 2009 to 2017. Democrats argue that the GOP has failed to connect the dots between Hunter Biden’s lucrative deals with corrupt companies and his father’s involvement. However, the facts tell a different story.

Millions of dollars flowed through a network of shell companies, benefiting several members of the Biden family. Hunter Biden paid bills for Joe and Jill Biden, and there is evidence of Joe Biden meeting with his son’s business associates. Long-time FBI informants have claimed that both Joe and Hunter Biden accepted $5 million bribes from a Ukrainian oligarch. Former partners of Hunter have publicly stated that Joe Biden profited from his son’s dealings. These revelations raise serious concerns about the ethical and legal boundaries that may have been breached during the Obama administration.

George Kent, a career State Department official, testified in closed-door hearings that he had raised concerns about Hunter Biden’s position on the board of Burisma, a Ukrainian natural gas company. Kent believed that Hunter’s involvement could constitute a conflict of interest, especially considering Joe Biden’s role as the Obama administration’s point person on Ukraine. Kent’s warning highlighted the potential for Hunter Biden to be seen as a conduit for currying influence with his father, which would undermine the administration’s stance on fighting corruption. Despite these red flags, no action was taken to address the situation.

One of the most contentious aspects of Hunter Biden’s involvement with Burisma is the firing of Ukrainian prosecutor Viktor Shokin. A credible FBI informant has reported that Burisma’s CEO paid Hunter and Joe Biden $5 million each to secure Shokin’s dismissal. While the liberal media has attempted to downplay Hunter and Joe’s role in the prosecutor’s ousting, the fact remains that Shokin was sacked, and the investigation into Burisma was closed. This raises further questions about the extent of Joe Biden’s involvement in his son’s business dealings and the potential abuse of power during the Obama administration.

There are indications that the Obama White House was fully aware of Hunter Biden’s activities. A State Department spokesperson, Jen Psaki, reportedly stated that there were no concerns about conflicts of interest regarding Hunter Biden’s position on the Burisma board. Amos Hochstein, the Obama administration’s special envoy for energy policy, personally raised concerns about Hunter’s affiliation with Burisma to Joe Biden. Furthermore, a report from the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs revealed that Secretary of State John Kerry had been briefed about Hunter Biden’s role on Burisma’s board. These revelations suggest that key figures within the Obama administration were cognizant of the potential ethical issues surrounding Hunter Biden’s business dealings.

The question arises as to why President Obama did not endorse Joe Biden’s presidential ambitions in 2016 and instead threw his support behind Hillary Clinton. Could Obama’s knowledge of Biden, Inc.’s dishonorable dealings explain his tepid enthusiasm for Joe in both the 2016 and 2020 races? While speculation abounds, concrete answers are yet to surface. However, the possibility of Obama’s reservations regarding Joe Biden’s suitability for the presidency cannot be ignored.

As Joe Biden’s presidency faces mounting challenges, including allegations of corruption and obstruction of justice, the pressure for him to exit the 2024 race continues to build. Recently, Florida Republican Representative Greg Steube submitted articles of impeachment against Joe Biden, further fueling the calls for his removal. The longer Joe Biden waits to address these concerns, the more desperate Democrats will become to find a last-minute candidate capable of capturing the public’s attention. Michelle Obama emerges as an obvious choice, given her widespread popularity and recognition. However, even Michelle Obama may find it challenging to distance herself from the taint of Hunter and Joe Biden’s scandals.