If Joe Biden Can Pardon His Son Hunter, Why Isn’t He Able to Do the Same for Devon Archer?
The first family’s blatant disregard for decorum was on full display at the White House this week as the president’s final series of Christmas parties welcomed social media “influencers.” Their main excitement seemed to stem from snapping selfies with the celebrity nephew of the first family, Hunter Biden.
This was the same week he was scheduled to be sentenced for tax fraud, yet the first son was jovially mingling and showcasing his $70,000 smile, knowing full well that his father’s “full and unconditional” pardon would absolve him of any and all crimes over the last eleven years.
The backlash regarding Hunter’s pardon has been muffled amidst a flood of other pardons that Joe Biden has been distributing like candy to various miscreants.
Among this week’s record-breaking number of 1,499 commutations and 39 pardons, one can find Chinese spies and a child-porn enthusiast, as well as a Pennsylvania judge convicted in the “Kids for Cash” scandal, in which children were sent to profit-driven prisons in exchange for kickbacks, a Mississippi cancer doctor who administered only partial doses of chemotherapy, various fraudsters, and, fittingly, corrupt Democratic politicians.
This serves as an appropriate conclusion to Biden’s beleaguered presidency.
However, there are others he ought to consider pardoning—individuals whose lives have been devastated due to their connections with the Bidens.
Pulled Down
Consider Devon Archer. A self-made individual from modest origins in Long Island, his downfall is attributed to his association with Hunter, who referred to him as his “best friend,” only to abandon him when a deal soured and Archer faced fraud charges.
Archer did not come from privilege; he is the son of a Vietnam veteran-turned-Realtor and a teacher.
A skilled lacrosse player, Archer worked tirelessly to attend Yale, where he met Chris Heinz, a member of the iconic ketchup family, and former partner of Gwyneth Paltrow.
They co-founded the private equity firm Rosemont Capital and were thriving when fellow Yale graduate Hunter joined their ranks.
“I thought it was the most brilliant move ever, but it ended up being complete kryptonite,” Archer remarked.
It was Hunter’s status as a “Politically Exposed Person,” flagged by bank authorities as potentially high-risk for bribery and corruption, that eventually resulted in an FBI investigation involving Archer and others connected to the collapsed firm Burnham Asset Management.
Despite holding the title of vice chairman, Hunter was not called to testify, while Archer lost everything and has endured eight years in legal uncertainty.
Judge Ronnie Abrams expressed an “unwavering concern that Archer is innocent” when she overturned his conviction in 2018, before it was restored on appeal. In May 2024, Abram nullified his sentence due to a guidelines error, and he is set to be resentenced next year.
In the interim, he has testified in Congress, presenting vital evidence that implicates the president in Hunter’s financially beneficial endeavors.
“I’ve lost eight years of my life,” Archer stated. “The fact that Hunter has been able to clear the slate feels deeply unfair.”
On the bright side, this ordeal has strengthened his bond with his wife and their three children.
“It’s been an eye-opener regarding who your true friends are and the significance of family. This experience has deepened my appreciation for my wife and reminded me of how special she is—a priority that can often fade in the hustle of a busy career.”
Sadly, Joe Biden will likely never right his wrongs with Archer, as that would entail acknowledging his own involvement.
However, the weight of Archer’s unfair situation rests heavily on Joe’s conscience.
Drones on Joe’s Watch
Growing concerns about the recent drone sightings in New Jersey stem from a lack of trust in the federal government.
Incompetence and deception have come to define our expectations after four years.
When Joe Biden assures us there is nothing to fear, alarm bells ring.
A competent president would have kept the public informed and reassured instead of making dismissive comments to reporters this week while heading off for another vacation.
“Nothing nefarious apparently, but they’re checking it all out,” he stated.
“Apparently?! Who are ‘they’?”
“We’re following this closely, but so far no sense of danger.”
Well-Heeled Nancy’s Downfall
Wishing Nancy Pelosi a swift recovery following her hip surgery after a tumble on marble stairs during a trip to Luxembourg.
However, why was she wearing 4-inch stilettos at her age?
Even the most coordinated young supermodel understands that pointed heels offer minimal support on uneven or slick surfaces.
At 84, a fall typically leads to severe injuries—like hip fractures. Some women may endure discomfort for the sake of vanity, but this is excessive. Furthermore, it resulted in a costly airlift for the self-proclaimed “Speaker Emerita” to a German hospital.
She should opt for ballet flats to spare everyone the trouble.
Hochul Hospital Hoodwink
Governor Hochul takes pride in her social-justice accomplishments, yet she is overseeing the alleged swindle of a safety-net hospital in Nassau County that caters to the most vulnerable populations.
The Nassau University Medical Center is suing New York for $1.06 billion, asserting that the state has defrauded it over the past two decades.
This facility serves as the only public hospital in the county, with 80% of its 275,000 patients being low-income, uninsured, or beneficiaries of Medicare and Medicaid.
It also hosts a nursing home, jail infirmary, Long Island’s unique burn unit, and its largest inpatient psychiatric treatment center.
Despite its critical role, NUMC struggled financially, losing $180 million annually until Republican Bruce Blakeman was elected county executive two years ago and enlisted wealthy businessman Matthew Bruderman to head a pro bono rescue effort.
“It was a dumpster fire,” Bruderman stated, noting that millions were wasted on embezzlement and patronage positions.
Bruderman successfully balanced the books, expanded clinic hours to nights and weekends, and appointed a competent CEO, demonstrating a turnaround model that could be replicated nationally.
However, upon auditing the finances, he made a shocking discovery: New York, through a manipulative tactic, has failed to match federal funds for Medicaid expenditures as mandated by law.
Documents reviewed by The Post reveal a $50 million shortfall for 2024 alone, with the hospital alleging it has been robbed every year since 2006.
Hochul must rectify the situation for the hospital or be exposed as a hypocrite.
