By According to Georges Bergès, Biden was aware that Hollywood attorney Kevin Morris acquired art worth $875,000
In a recent development, Hunter Biden’s involvement in the art world has come under scrutiny. During a closed-door session with the House Oversight Committee, Georges Bergès, an art dealer from New York City, offered new insights into the sales of Biden’s artwork.
Bergès, owner of the Georges Bergès Art Gallery in Manhattan, contradicted previous claims about a so-called ethics agreement related to Hunter Biden’s art sales. He disclosed that Biden was aware of the identity of several buyers, including Hollywood attorney Kevin Morris, who made significant purchases.
This revelation challenges the Biden administration’s initial stance, where officials reportedly sought to keep the identities of the buyers confidential. The aim was to avoid potential ethical dilemmas stemming from the sale of artwork by a presidential family member. In 2021, the administration’s approach was to ensure that even Hunter Biden would remain unaware of who was purchasing his art, a policy frequently mentioned by former White House press secretary Jen Psaki.
Key figures mentioned in Bergès’ testimony include Kevin Morris, who has been a substantial supporter of Hunter Biden. Morris acquired $875,000 worth of artwork, with a unique commission structure discussed directly with Biden. Another buyer, Elizabeth Hirsh Naftali, was later appointed by President Biden to a government commission after purchasing Biden’s art.
These revelations have sparked further investigation by House Republicans into potential conflicts of interest and the veracity of the White House’s previous statements. The Oversight Committee, led by Chair James Comer, has expressed concern over the transparency of these art transactions and their implications.
This inquiry is part of a broader examination of President Biden and his family’s dealings, with GOP lawmakers raising questions about the use of the Biden name in business ventures. The recent testimonies and findings are adding to the ongoing debate about the separation of private business and public office in the context of the Biden administration.
