In a revelation that underscores the personal challenges faced by those in the highest echelons of power, President Joe Biden has reportedly expressed concerns about the ongoing legal issues surrounding his son, Hunter Biden, and the possibility that he might not be alive to witness the resolution of his son's case.

According to a recent report by OK Magazine, the 80-year-old President is increasingly anxious about the trajectory of Hunter's legal troubles. The younger Biden, aged 53, was recently indicted in Delaware on federal gun charges. The indictment has intensified the worries of both the President and First Lady Jill Biden. Sources suggest that the Bidens are "resigned to the fact that Hunter’s legal problems will likely worsen in the months ahead."

An insider shared a poignant reflection from the President, where he voiced out loud the distressing thought “that he might be dead before his son’s case would be resolved.” This sentiment not only highlights the emotional toll on the President but also provides a glimpse into the personal struggles that often remain hidden behind the curtains of political power.

The atmosphere within the White House is described as tense, with aides reportedly avoiding the topic of Hunter's legal issues. “Everybody walks around on eggshells in the West Wing,” one source revealed. The emotional weight of the situation is further compounded by the President's grief over his deceased son, Beau. Michael LaRosa, former press secretary to Jill Biden, commented on the emotional strain, noting that the President probably thinks about Beau daily and that the challenges surrounding Hunter are "equally emotionally taxing." He added that the Bidens “are incredibly protective of Hunter.”

Hunter Biden's legal troubles have been a subject of public scrutiny for some time now. His recent indictment stems from his purchase of a gun during a period when he was battling addiction to crack cocaine. Additionally, he faces charges related to two misdemeanor tax crimes for allegedly failing to pay over $100,000 in taxes from an income of more than $1.5 million in both 2017 and 2018. If convicted on the gun charge, which involves lying about his drug use on a federal background check, Hunter could face up to 25 years in prison.

Hunter's attorney, Abbe Lowell, has defended his client, asserting that the charges are a result of "Republicans' improper and partisan interference." Lowell emphasized that Hunter "did not violate the law" and criticized the influence of political pressure on the justice system.

The White House has consistently denied any wrongdoing on the part of the President. When questioned about Hunter's past, President Biden deflected, expressing pride in his son. Speaking to MSNBC’s Stephanie Ruhle earlier this year, he remarked, “It impacts my presidency by making me feel proud of him.”

The unfolding situation serves as a stark reminder that even those at the pinnacle of power are not immune to personal and familial challenges, and the lines between public duty and private anguish can often blur.