Hunter Biden is back in the spotlight due to a renewed legal battle over child support and parenting responsibilities. Lunden Roberts, the mother of his daughter, Navy Joan Roberts, has reopened a paternity suit originally filed in 2019. According to court documents, she alleges that Biden has failed to uphold his child support obligations and has been largely absent from their daughter’s life, a situation she describes as “ghosting.”
The new motion claims that as part of an agreement to reduce his child support payments, Biden promised to deliver a “specified number of paintings” for Navy to choose from, recognizing that these artworks might carry value due to his notoriety. This arrangement was intended to foster a bond between father and daughter through their shared interest in art. Lunden articulated that this agreement could help Navy connect with her father, who, according to her, seems to have drifted away. She noted how a simple gift of artwork created by Navy profoundly affected Biden, bringing him to tears during a past deposition. This moment was described in the filings as a genuine expression of love, illustrating what could have been a growing relationship.
However, things took a turn when Lunden penned a memoir in 2024 about her experiences with Biden. Despite not disparaging him in the book, she claims that he abruptly ceased communication with Navy following its release. This left their daughter feeling abandoned and yearning for a connection with her father. In her heart, Navy seems to hope for a relationship that hasn’t materialized. The motion included heartbreaking insights from Navy herself, expressing a desire to reunite with Biden, saying she could not wait to get to heaven to be with him.
Adding to the tension, the court filings emphasize that Lunden has repeatedly attempted to contact Biden about their daughter, yet he has not responded. The documents reflect frustration with his apparent lack of action and involvement in Navy’s life. There is a stark contrast drawn between the lifestyle of Navy and her half-brother, Beau Biden, Jr., whom Biden shares with his current wife. Lunden’s lawyers argue that Navy deserves comparable support and engagement from Biden, similar to what his other children receive.
The court has been asked to intervene, urging for better communication from Biden and suggesting civil penalties should he continue to not comply with the court orders. This would not only hold him accountable but also ensure Navy receives the support she needs. The motion underscores the difficulties faced by Lunden and Navy while also portraying Biden in a less favorable light. The complexities of this case continue to unfold, raising questions about responsibility and the impact of wealth and fame on familial relationships.
Despite past denials of fatherhood, Biden is now faced with the obligation to act as a father. The ongoing legal proceedings highlight the challenges within the Biden family dynamics, especially concerning responsibilities to children born outside of marriage. It remains to be seen how this situation will develop, but the emotional stakes are clear for a young girl wishing for her father’s presence in her life.
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