Devon Archer, the former associate of Hunter Biden, significantly impacts a federal murder-for-hire case and an impeachment probe involving the Biden family.
Just The News reported that Archer is now a pivotal figure in the investigation into Hunter Biden's corrupt business deals. Convicted in 2018 for securities fraud, Archer's legal journey took an unexpected turn as he began cooperating with authorities on several high-profile cases.
In January 2018, Archer was convicted of participating in a securities fraud scheme meant to solicit millions intended for a hedge fund associated with Hunter Biden’s network, although Hunter was never accused of any wrongdoing.
This early engagement proved to be just the beginning of Archer's entanglements with the law and legislative inquiries.
Archer's circumstances pivoted dramatically as he cooperated with Congress in an impeachment inquiry focused on alleged corruption within the Biden family.
His involvement provided crucial information that added a layer of complexity to his already tangled legal repercussions.
During this period, his collaboration with legal authorities broadened as he became a cooperating witness in a murder-for-hire case unfolding in Vermont. This case, entirely separate from his dealings with the impeachment inquiry, involved the tragic 2018 kidnapping and subsequent murder of Gregory Davis. Defendants Serhat Gumrukcu and Berk Eratay currently face charges in this grim case.
Archer’s role in the Vermont case was clarified by his legal representatives, who positioned him as a victim of fraud perpetrated by one of the defendants.
His involvement painted a picture of a man entangled in situations beyond the financial crimes initially convicting him.
His legal team utilized his cooperation in these multiple venues to advocate for the postponement of his sentencing. U.S. District Judge Ronnie Abrams agreed to this postponement, pushing the sentencing hearing to November 8, 2024.
As Archer's sentencing was delayed, details emerged concerning his contributions to both legal cases and the broader political implications they carried. In the impeachment probe, Archer actively provided documents and prepared for testimony before the House Oversight and Judiciary Committees.
This cooperation has been intense and ongoing. In February 2022, Archer faced an initial sentencing of one year and one day in prison for his fraud conviction, which he appealed. By May of the same year, the judge concurred that Archer’s initial sentencing was flawed, prompting an order for resentencing.
Amid the legal battles and congressional probes, Archer testified about his past business dealings with Hunter Biden in July 2023.
His testimony suggested that Joe Biden had participated minimally during encounters intended to bolster the Biden family’s brand in global business engagements. Devon described Joe's involvement as engaging in small talk with international business associates at a couple of dinners.
In a notable exchange during his testimony, when questioned by Rep. Dan Goldman on how Joe Biden’s presence would be beneficial, Archer responded succinctly, "Legally," indicating a strategic posture within these interactions.
President Biden’s decision not to seek reelection announced merely days after a significant letter from Archer's lawyer, left many wondering about the broader implications of Archer's disclosures. While the direct impact remains unclear, the timing was noted by political analysts and the public alike.
Matthew Schwartz, Archer’s defense attorney, highlighted the need to delay Archer's sentencing to accommodate his comprehensive cooperation with ongoing investigations. Schwartz argued that postponing the sentencing would enable the court to consider all relevant facts connected to Archer’s extensive cooperation.