The Moynihan Report Devon Archer on Hunter Biden, Joe Biden’s influence, and proximity to power | The Moynihan Report
Dec 17, 2025
Devon Archer, an investor and former partner at Rosemont Seneca, shares his insights from the tumultuous intersection of Hunter Biden, Joe Biden, and political power. He dives into his business relationship with Hunter and the dynamics at Burisma, revealing how political ties can turn into legal liabilities. Archer discusses the implications of the Shokin controversy and his evolving role as a target in investigations. He reflects on loyalty, family dynamics, and even his experience with Trump's pardon, offering a candid look at the complex nature of political access.
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How Rosemont Seneca Was Formed
- Devon Archer describes meeting Hunter Biden and forming Rosemont Seneca Partners as a business joint venture.
- The partnership leveraged Hunter's name and their private equity experience to seek deals and capital globally.
Pitching Burisma In Moscow
- Archer recounts pitching Rosemont Realty to Burisma's chairman in Moscow and later being invited to join Burisma's board.
- He hired due diligence firms and involved Hunter as counsel, framing Burisma as an energy-independence play.
Soft Power Versus Direct Favors
- Archer says Ukraine was in Vice President Joe Biden's portfolio and that they discussed being careful about conflicts.
- He frames the situation as 'navigate' rather than directly asking for favors, describing soft, indirect influence.