Hunter Biden on addiction and 'the gift of being publicly shamed' | NPR's Newsmakers

Hunter Biden addresses his long-term struggle with addiction, characterizing it as a "family disease" that requires open, honest dialogue to overcome. He emphasizes that his public transparency serves to connect with the millions of Americans suffering from substance abuse, rather than to defend his past actions. Beyond his recovery, he defends his professional history, arguing that his board memberships were based on his qualifications, and distinguishes his situation from the business activities of the Trump family. He also discusses the emotional toll of his father’s presidency on his family, the rationale behind his father’s pardon, and his belief that political polarization is being artificially fueled. By sharing his personal journey, he aims to offer hope to others while navigating the intense scrutiny of his public life.