The series at the heart of the lawsuit, 'The Trial of Hunter Biden,' was aired on Fox Nation and depicted a fictional trial involving Hunter Biden, using real explicit images and emails from a laptop he allegedly left at a repair shop. The series, which included scenes of Hunter Biden in the nude and engaging in sex acts, was claimed to violate New York’s revenge porn laws. Despite its fictional premise, the inclusion of real images led to significant controversy and legal threats from Biden's representatives, resulting in its removal from the streaming platform in April 2024.

The withdrawal of the lawsuit coincided with President Joe Biden's announcement that he would not seek re-election, an event that has stirred the political landscape. The timing of these two events has sparked discussions about potential connections and the impact on the Biden family's public perception. Moreover, the dismissal of this high-profile lawsuit might also reflect a strategic decision to avoid further public scrutiny amid ongoing legal challenges Hunter Biden faces, including convictions on federal gun charges and pending trials on other matters.

Fox News has described the lawsuit as 'entirely politically motivated' and 'devoid of merit.' Following the dismissal, they have expressed satisfaction with protecting what they claim as First Amendment rights. On the other hand, Hunter Biden's legal team has not provided detailed comments on the reasons behind the dismissal, leaving public and legal analysts speculating about the possible reasons and future implications for both Hunter Biden and the network.