Woman Who Stole President Biden’s Daughter’s Diary Sentenced to Prison
Despicable Act to Damage Ms. Biden’s Father
Aimee Harris, the woman who confessed to stealing the diary of President Joe Biden’s daughter and selling it to right-wing group Project Veritas before the 2020 presidential election, has been sentenced. The judge, Laura Tayler Swain, sentenced Harris to one month in prison, followed by three years of supervised release. In addition, Harris was ordered to forfeit the $20,000 she received from Project Veritas.
Failed Attempt and Forced Apology
Initially, Harris attempted to sell Biden’s possessions to Donald Trump’s 2020 campaign team, but her efforts were thwarted. Harris pleaded guilty in August 2022 to conspiring with Robert Kurlander, who also received $20,000 for the stolen diary. While Harris cooperated with the Justice Department investigation, Kurlander will face sentencing in October. Harris publicly apologized to Ashley Biden, acknowledging the “heinous forms of bullying” that Biden had to endure as a result of the theft. Ashley Biden’s diary contained highly personal entries related to her recovery from drug addiction.
Harris’ Emotional Sentencing
During the sentencing in Manhattan federal court, Harris was visibly emotional. She pleaded with the judge to sentence her to probation, citing her personal history of long-term domestic abuse and sexual trauma. However, Harris was sentenced to prison as federal prosecutors argued for a sentence between four and 10 months, emphasizing the wrongful exploitation of a public figure’s intimate belongings for political gain.
Project Veritas’ Involvement
Despite Harris’ arrest and sentencing, no charges have been filed against anyone at Project Veritas. Project Veritas, which experienced a significant blow with a series of setbacks and the departure of key members, including founder James O’Keefe, has been under a federal investigation for its involvement in the diary theft. While O’Keefe himself resigned amid complaints regarding financial management and conduct, the status of the investigation remains unclear.
Conclusion
The sentencing of Aimee Harris, who admitted to stealing and selling President Biden’s daughter’s diary, marks the legal consequences surrounding this highly controversial incident. As the stolen diary contained personal entries of Ashley Biden’s struggles, the case shed light on the issue of privacy invasion for political gain. While Harris will serve her sentence, the future remains uncertain for Project Veritas, its involvement in the diary theft, and the ongoing federal investigation.
