According to evidence Devon Archer, the first son’s former best friend, is set to give before Congress this week, Hunter Biden would use a speakerphone to call in his father, then-Vice President Joe Biden, into meetings with his foreign business associates.

The House Oversight Committee will hear testimony from Archer, 48, who faces prison time for his part in a $60 million bond scam, about meetings Joe Biden attended in person or over speakerphone. Hunter would call his father to introduce him to potential investors or foreign business partners.

Who is Devon Archer?

Devon Archer is a former American businessman and political fundraiser. He was born on August 17, 1965, in Brooklyn, New York. Archer gained attention for his involvement in the worlds of finance and politics, although he later faced legal issues.

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Devon Archer had a career in finance, where he worked for various investment firms. He co-founded the investment advisory firm Rosemont Capital, which attracted significant attention due to its connections with prominent political figures.

Archer was also involved in political fundraising and had ties to high-profile politicians. He had close associations with individuals such as Hunter Biden, the son of former Vice President Joe Biden, and served on the board of the Ukrainian gas company Burisma Holdings. Their involvement with Burisma drew attention and scrutiny due to Hunter Biden’s connection to the Vice President, leading to allegations of conflicts of interest.

In 2018, Devon Archer was convicted in a federal court on charges related to securities fraud. He was found guilty of defrauding a Native American tribal entity and other investors out of tens of millions of dollars. However, his conviction was later overturned in 2020 when a federal judge ruled that the evidence presented at trial was insufficient to support the charges.

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The business dealings between Devon Archer, Hunter Biden, and Burisma became a subject of controversy, especially during the 2019-2020 U.S. presidential election. Political opponents raised questions about the appropriateness of Hunter Biden’s involvement in the company, considering his father’s role in the Obama administration.