IRS whistleblowers file $20 million defamation lawsuit against Hunter Biden's attorney

Two IRS agents, Gary Shapley and Joe Ziegler, have filed a $20 million defamation lawsuit against Hunter Biden's attorney, Abbe Lowell, over accusations of political interference and preferential treatment in Hunter Biden's tax cases. They claim these accusations caused significant harm to their reputations and honor, seeking vindication in court.

Shapley and Ziegler allege that Lowell falsely accused them of illegally disclosing grand jury materials and taxpayer information, despite their adherence to the law.

Hatred and Repercussions

The lawsuit highlights the severe professional and personal repercussions they faced due to Lowell's false allegations, which were widely disseminated to third parties, including the media.

One instance cited in the lawsuit involved a letter from Lowell to congressional committees, in which he falsely accused the agents of violating grand jury secrecy and taxpayer confidentiality.

Media Influence and Defamation

The lawsuit also claims that the agents were defamed through media publications based on Lowell's false accusations, further damaging their professional and personal reputations.