There is a law and order party, and it's definitely not the GOP

Monday saw the first day of jury selection in Hunter Biden's trial. It also saw a supportive presence from the Biden family. First lady Jill Biden was present in the courtroom, even though it was her birthday. So was Hunter’s younger sister Ashley Biden. The defendant entered the courtroom hand in hand with his wife, Melissa Cohen Biden. That’s quite a contrast in family support and presence when compared with … that other trial.

President Joe Biden spent time with his son over the weekend, including a long bike ride together, and issued a public statement of support on Monday morning. That statement is as notable for what it does not say, as for what it does.

“As the President, I don’t and won’t comment on pending federal cases, but as a Dad, I have boundless love for my son, confidence in him, and respect for his strength,” Biden wrote.

Hunter did not pause outside the courthouse to complain about the judge. There was no overnight tirade of social media messages threatening prosecutors, witnesses, and jurors. Instead, the president’s family provided a powerful example of trusting in the law and submitting to the judicial process.