Robert Hunter Biden is an American attorney and businessman who has held various roles throughout his career. He has experience in finance as a hedge fund principal and investor in venture capital and private equity funds. Additionally, he has worked as a banker, lobbyist, and legal representative for lobbying firms.
February 4, 1970: Birth of Hunter Biden
Robert Hunter Biden was born on February 4, 1970.
December 18, 1972: Fatal Car Accident
On December 18, 1972, a car accident claimed the lives of Neilia Biden, Hunter's mother, and his younger sister, Naomi. Hunter and his brother, Beau, were also in the car and suffered serious injuries.
1972: Tragic Death of Mother and Sister
In 1972, Hunter Biden experienced a significant tragedy when his mother and sister were killed in a motor vehicle accident. This event had a lasting impact on his life and contributed to his struggles with addiction.
1972: Tragic Car Crash
In 1972, Hunter Biden, his mother, brother, and sister were involved in a car crash that killed his mother and younger sister. Hunter and his older brother, Beau, sustained serious injuries.
January 1973: Joe Biden Sworn into Senate
While Hunter and Beau Biden were recovering from the car accident, their father, Joe Biden, was sworn into the U.S. Senate in January 1973.
1977: Jill Jacobs Stevenson Becomes Stepmother
Hunter and Beau encouraged their father to remarry, leading to Joe Biden's marriage to Jill Jacobs Stevenson in 1977.
1981: Birth of Half-Sister Ashley
Ashley Biden, Hunter's half-sister, was born in 1981.
1992: Graduation from Georgetown University
Hunter Biden earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in history from Georgetown University in 1992.
1993: Marriage to Kathleen Buhle
Hunter Biden married Kathleen Buhle in 1993.
1993: Marriage to Kathleen Buhle
Hunter Biden married Kathleen Buhle in 1993. They had three daughters together: Naomi, Finnegan, and Maisey.
1996: Joins MBNA
After law school in 1996, Hunter Biden took a position at MBNA, a bank holding company. His father's political campaigns had received significant donations from MBNA employees.
1996: Graduation from Yale Law School
Hunter Biden completed his law degree and graduated from Yale Law School in 1996.
1998: Leaves MBNA
Hunter Biden departed from his role at MBNA in 1998.
1998: Becomes Executive Vice President at MBNA
Hunter Biden rose to the role of executive vice president at MBNA by 1998.
2001: Starts Lobbying Career and Co-Founds Oldaker, Biden & Belair
Hunter Biden became a lobbyist and, with others, co-founded the firm Oldaker, Biden & Belair in 2001.
2001: Returns to MBNA as a Consultant
Hunter Biden was rehired by MBNA in 2001, this time in a consultant role.
2005: End of MBNA Consultancy
Hunter Biden's consultancy agreement with MBNA concluded in 2005.
July 2006: Becomes Vice Chairman of Amtrak Board
Hunter Biden was appointed to the Amtrak board of directors by President George W. Bush, becoming vice chairman in July 2006.
2006: Purchase of Paradigm Global Advisors
Hunter Biden and James Biden, his uncle, acquired the international hedge fund Paradigm Global Advisors in 2006.
September 2008: Founds Seneca Global Advisors
Hunter Biden established Seneca Global Advisors, a consultancy firm aimed at assisting companies in international expansion, in September 2008.
2009: Steps Down as Vice Chairman of Amtrak
Hunter Biden stepped down from his vice chairman position at Amtrak in 2009.
2009: Co-Founds Rosemont Seneca Partners
Hunter Biden, Devon Archer, and Christopher Heinz partnered to launch Rosemont Seneca Partners, an investment and advisory company, in 2009.
January 2010: Replaced as Vice Chairman of Amtrak Board
In January 2010, Hunter Biden was replaced as vice chairman of Amtrak's board.
2010: Unwinding of Paradigm Global Advisors
Paradigm Global Advisors, the hedge fund Hunter Biden had purchased with his uncle, began to unwind in 2010.
2010: Start of Period Investigated by Ukrainian Authorities in Burisma Probe
This year marks the start of the period investigated by Ukrainian authorities in the Burisma Holdings probe.
2011: Joins World Food Program USA Board
Hunter Biden joined the board of directors at World Food Program USA in 2011.
2012: End of Period Investigated by Ukrainian Authorities in Burisma Probe
This year marks the end of the period investigated by Ukrainian authorities in the Burisma Holdings probe.
May 2013: Joins Navy Reserve
Hunter Biden joined the U.S. Navy Reserve in May 2013, receiving age and drug-related waivers.
2013: Start of $11 Million Earnings Period
An analysis by NBC News revealed that Hunter Biden and his company earned $11 million between 2013 and 2018.
2013: Start of High-Paying Consulting Work
From 2013 to 2018, Hunter Biden and his firm received $11 million in consulting fees, which he admitted fueled his drug addiction.
2013: Founding of BHR Partners
Hunter Biden co-founded BHR Partners, a Chinese investment company, in 2013.
2013: Hunter Biden Joins BHR Partners
In 2013, Hunter Biden began his association with BHR Partners, a China-based private equity fund.
February 2014: Administrative Discharge from the Navy Reserve
In February 2014, Hunter Biden was administratively discharged from the Navy Reserve after cocaine was detected in his system during a urinalysis. He claimed the positive result was due to smoking cigarettes laced with cocaine, but did not appeal the discharge.
April 2014: Burisma Emails Surface
Emails from April 2014, as Hunter Biden's involvement with Burisma began, raised concerns about potential conflicts of interest due to his father's position as Vice President.
April 2014: Hunter Biden Joins Burisma Holdings Board
Hunter Biden joined the board of Ukrainian natural gas company Burisma Holdings in April 2014, a company owned by Mykola Zlochevsky, who was under investigation for money laundering.
2014: Hunter Biden Joins Burisma Holdings, Outside the Scope of Ukrainian Investigation
Hunter Biden joined Burisma Holdings in 2014, a period that fell outside the scope of the Ukrainian investigation into the company.
2014: Wire transfer from Baturina to Rosemont Seneca Thornton
In 2014, Russian businessperson Yelena Baturina transferred $3.5 million to Rosemont Seneca Thornton. The transfer was later scrutinized in a Senate investigation, which found no evidence that Hunter Biden personally accepted the funds. [2014]
2014: Joining Burisma Holdings
Hunter Biden became a board member of Burisma Holdings, a Ukrainian natural gas producer, in 2014.
2014: Counsel at Boies Schiller Flexner LLP
Hunter Biden served as counsel for the law firm Boies Schiller Flexner LLP in 2014.
April 2015: Dinner with Foreign Business Associates
Emails revealed discussions of inviting foreign business associates, including a Burisma executive, to a dinner in Washington where the Vice President would be present, raising further concerns about potential influence peddling.
October 2015: Separation from Kathleen Buhle
Hunter Biden and his wife, Kathleen Buhle, formally separated in October 2015 after being married since 1993.
2015: Concludes Term as Chairman of World Food Program USA
Hunter Biden concluded his service as board chairman for World Food Program USA in 2015.
2015: Death of Beau Biden
In 2015, Hunter Biden's older brother, Beau, passed away due to brain cancer.
March 2016: Ukraine's Parliament Removes Viktor Shokin
In March 2016, under pressure from Western leaders, including then-Vice President Joe Biden, Ukraine's parliament voted to oust Viktor Shokin from his position as the country's top prosecutor. Shokin had faced widespread criticism for obstructing corruption investigations.
2016: Tax Scheme Allegedly Begins
Allegedly, Hunter Biden engaged in a tax evasion scheme starting in 2016.
2016: Allegations of Ukrainian interference in 2016 election
In 2016, allegations surfaced that Democrats colluded with the Ukrainian government to interfere in the U.S. presidential election. This claim was part of a larger investigation that later included Hunter Biden's involvement with Burisma. [2016]
2016: Relationship with Hallie Biden Begins
In 2016, Hunter Biden began a relationship with Hallie Olivere Biden, his brother Beau's widow.
August 2017: End of Relationship with Hallie Biden
Hunter Biden's relationship with Hallie Olivere Biden, his brother's widow, ended several months after August 2017.
2017: Leaves World Food Program USA Board
Hunter Biden left the board of directors at World Food Program USA in 2017.
2017: Hunter Biden Acquires Stake in BHR Partners
In 2017, Hunter Biden acquired a 10% stake in BHR Partners at a discounted price, financed by a loan.
2017: Divorce from Kathleen Buhle
In 2017, Hunter Biden and Kathleen Buhle officially divorced after a two-year separation.
August 2018: Birth of Daughter with Lunden Alexis Roberts
Hunter Biden's fourth child, a daughter, was born in August 2018 to Lunden Alexis Roberts in Arkansas.
2018: Offer of money to lobby for pro-Russian TV stations
In 2018, Vladislav Davidzon, editor of The Odessa Review, reported that Andrii Telizhenko offered him money to lobby Republican senators in favor of pro-Russian television stations in Ukraine. This event was part of the broader context involving investigations into Hunter Biden and allegations of foreign interference. [2018]
2018: Start of federal investigation into Hunter Biden's tax affairs
In 2018, a federal criminal investigation began into Hunter Biden's tax affairs and potential violations of tax and money laundering laws. The investigation focused on Biden's business dealings in foreign countries, notably China. [2018]
2018: End of $11 Million Earnings Period
According to an NBC News analysis, 2018 marked the end of a period during which Hunter Biden and his firm earned $11 million.
2018: Office Space Rental
In 2018, Hunter Biden rented office space at the House of Sweden in Washington, D.C.
2018: End of High-Paying Consulting Work
Hunter Biden's lucrative consulting work, which he claimed contributed to his addiction, ended in 2018.
2018: Federal Investigation Begins
A federal investigation into Hunter Biden and his associates commenced, scrutinizing foreign payments and gifts.
2018: Federal Investigation into Tax Affairs
Hunter Biden's tax affairs have been under a federal investigation since late 2018.
April 2019: Hunter Biden's Term on Burisma Holdings Board Expires
Hunter Biden's term on the board of Burisma Holdings concluded in April 2019.
April 2019: Departure from Burisma Holdings
Hunter Biden's term on the board of Burisma Holdings ended in April 2019.
May 2019: Marriage to Melissa Cohen
Hunter Biden married South African filmmaker Melissa Cohen in May 2019, shortly after meeting her.
May 2019: Paternity Suit Filed by Lunden Roberts
In May 2019, Lunden Alexis Roberts filed a paternity suit against Hunter Biden regarding their daughter. A DNA test confirmed his paternity.
May 2019: Viktor Shokin Alleges He Was Fired for Investigating Burisma, a Claim Disputed by U.S. and Ukrainian Officials
In May 2019, former Ukrainian Prosecutor General Viktor Shokin claimed his dismissal was due to his active investigation into Burisma Holdings. However, U.S. and Ukrainian officials countered this claim, stating that the investigation was inactive at the time of Shokin's removal and that he was dismissed for failing to address corruption.
July 2019: Trump Freezes Military Aid to Ukraine and Pressures Zelenskyy to Investigate the Bidens
In July 2019, President Trump ordered the suspension of $391 million in military aid to Ukraine. This action preceded a phone call between Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, during which Trump urged Zelenskyy to launch investigations into the Bidens, making unsubstantiated claims about their activities in Ukraine.
July 2019: Zelenskyy describes Riaboshapka as his person
In July 2019, during a call with then-President Trump, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy described prosecutor general Ruslan Riaboshapka as '100 percent my person'. Trump had asked Zelenskyy to investigate Hunter Biden during this call. [July 2019]
September 2019: Trump Makes False Accusations Against Hunter Biden
In September 2019, amidst accusations of wrongdoing against Hunter Biden in Ukraine, then-President Trump made unsubstantiated claims about Hunter Biden's involvement with BHR Partners, alleging that he profited $1.5 billion from the fund. These claims were later debunked by The Wall Street Journal.
September 2019: Ukrainian Anti-Corruption Agency Confirms Limited Scope of Burisma Investigation
The Ukrainian anti-corruption agency clarified in September 2019 that their ongoing investigation into Burisma Holdings was restricted to the period from 2010 to 2012, predating Hunter Biden's involvement with the company.
September 24, 2019: U.S. House of Representatives Initiates Impeachment Inquiry Against Trump
On September 24, 2019, the U.S. House of Representatives launched a formal impeachment inquiry against President Trump. The inquiry centered on allegations that Trump had solicited foreign interference to benefit his 2020 re-election campaign by pressuring Ukraine to investigate his political rival, Joe Biden, and his son, Hunter Biden.
October 2019: Hunter Biden Resigns from BHR Partners
Citing a "barrage of false charges" by then-President Trump, Hunter Biden announced his resignation from the board of BHR Partners in October 2019.
October 2019: Audit ordered by Ukrainian prosecutor
In October 2019, Ukrainian prosecutor general Ruslan Riaboshapka ordered an audit of thousands of old case files to investigate Hunter Biden's activities. This was part of the broader scrutiny and allegations surrounding his involvement with Burisma. [October 2019]
October 2019: Ukrainian Prosecutor General Ruslan Riaboshapka Finds No Evidence of Wrongdoing by Hunter Biden
Ukrainian Prosecutor General Ruslan Riaboshapka, who succeeded Yuriy Lutsenko, affirmed in October 2019 that he found no evidence to support allegations of wrongdoing by Hunter Biden.
2019: Intervention for Addiction
In early 2019, an intervention was held for Hunter Biden to address his substance abuse issues.
2019: Intelligence officials brief senators on Russian disinformation efforts
In 2019, American intelligence officials briefed senators about Russian efforts to frame Ukraine for 2016 election interference. This briefing was part of a broader investigation into Hunter Biden's activities, including his involvement with Burisma and allegations of foreign interference. [2019]
2019: Tax Scheme Allegedly Ends
Allegedly, Hunter Biden's tax evasion scheme continued until 2019.
February 2020: Hunter Biden's Art Career Emerges
In February 2020, it was reported that Hunter Biden had been painting in his Hollywood Hills home and was being recognized as an "undiscovered artist." Some of his paintings, including "Untitled #4" and "Untitled #3," were even showcased.
March 2020: Birth of Son, Beau Biden Jr.
Hunter Biden and Melissa Cohen's son, Beau, named after Hunter's late brother, was born in Los Angeles in March 2020.
March 2020: Paternity Suit Settlement
In March 2020, Hunter Biden settled the paternity suit with Lunden Roberts, agreeing to pay $20,000 per month in child support.
March 2020: Senator Johnson refrains from subpoenaing Giuliani associate
In March 2020, Senator Ron Johnson decided against issuing a subpoena for Andrii Telizhenko, a Giuliani associate, after being briefed by the FBI about concerns that Telizhenko could be spreading Russian disinformation. This decision came amid an investigation into Hunter Biden's activities involving Burisma and potential interference in the 2016 election. [March 2020]
April 15, 2020: Hunter Biden's BHR Partners Board Membership Remains Despite Resignation Announcement
Despite announcing his resignation from the board of directors of BHR Partners in October 2019, records showed Hunter Biden still listed as a board member as of April 15, 2020.
May 2020: Senator Johnson ramps up investigation into Hunter Biden
In May 2020, Senator Ron Johnson intensified his investigation into Hunter Biden at the urging of then-President Trump, after it became evident that Joe Biden would be the Democratic nominee for the presidential election. This investigation was part of a broader inquiry into Hunter Biden's involvement with Burisma and alleged collusion with the Ukrainian government during the 2016 election. The investigation was initially planned to release findings in spring 2020 but was expanded instead. Trump made allegations of corruption by the Bidens a central theme of his re-election campaign. [May 2020]
May 2020: Ukrainian lawmaker releases alleged recordings of Joe Biden
In May 2020, Ukrainian lawmaker Andrii Derkach, associated with Rudy Giuliani and linked to Russian intelligence, released alleged recordings of Joe Biden speaking with Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko. These recordings, which appeared heavily edited, did not provide evidence supporting the conspiracy theory that Biden wanted a prosecutor fired to protect his son. [May 2020]
June 2020: Ukrainian prosecutor finds no wrongdoing by Hunter Biden
In June 2020, former Ukrainian prosecutor general Ruslan Riaboshapka announced that an audit of old case files found no wrongdoing by Hunter Biden. This audit, ordered in October 2019, was part of the ongoing scrutiny and allegations surrounding Hunter Biden's involvement with Burisma. [June 2020]
June 2020: Poroshenko denies Biden approached him about Burisma
In June 2020, former Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko denied that Joe Biden ever approached him about Burisma. This denial came in response to the release of alleged recordings by Ukrainian lawmaker Andrii Derkach. [June 2020]
September 2020: U.S. Treasury sanctions Ukrainian lawmaker Andrii Derkach
In September 2020, the U.S. Department of the Treasury sanctioned Ukrainian lawmaker Andrii Derkach, stating he had been an active Russian agent for over a decade. Derkach was accused of waging a covert influence campaign to discredit U.S. officials in the lead-up to the 2020 Presidential Election. [September 2020]
October 14, 2020: New York Post Article Published
The New York Post published an article about the contents of a laptop purportedly belonging to Hunter Biden, sparking controversy and raising questions about its authenticity and potential political motivations.
October 2020: State Department revokes visa of Giuliani associate
In October 2020, the State Department revoked Andrii Telizhenko's visa due to concerns he might be acting as a Russian agent. This action was part of ongoing scrutiny and investigations into Hunter Biden's involvement with Burisma and allegations of foreign interference in U.S. affairs. [October 2020]
October 2020: Laptop Controversy Emerges
The New York Post published an article concerning a laptop that allegedly belonged to Hunter Biden in October 2020. The article and its contents became a source of significant controversy.
December 2020: Hunter Biden announces federal investigation into tax affairs
In December 2020, Hunter Biden publicly announced via his attorney that his tax affairs were under federal criminal investigation. The investigation, which started in late 2018, was related to potential violations of tax and money laundering laws, focusing on Biden's foreign business dealings, particularly in China. [December 2020]
December 2020: The Wall Street Journal Confirms Hunter Biden's Continued Ownership in BHR Partners
In December 2020, The Wall Street Journal reported that Hunter Biden's company, Skaneateles LLC, retained its 10% ownership in BHR Partners.
2020: Trump's Actions Spark Controversy and Impeachment Inquiry
The year 2020 was marked by significant controversy surrounding President Trump's actions related to Ukraine and his attempts to pressure the country into investigating his political opponents, including Joe and Hunter Biden. These actions ultimately led to Trump's impeachment by the U.S. House of Representatives.
2020: Senate investigation into wire transfer
In 2020, two Republicans on a Senate investigation committee claimed that Russian businessperson Yelena Baturina transferred $3.5 million to Rosemont Seneca Thornton in 2014. The investigation found no evidence that Hunter Biden personally accepted the funds. [2020]
2020: Hunter Biden's Tenure on BHR Partners Board Ends
Hunter Biden's tenure as a board member of BHR Partners concluded in 2020.
January 2021: Associates of Derkach sanctioned by U.S. Treasury
In January 2021, close associates of Ukrainian lawmaker Andrii Derkach were sanctioned by the U.S. Department of the Treasury. This action followed Derkach's own sanctions in September 2020 for his role in promoting misleading narratives about Joe Biden. [January 2021]
March 2021: U.S. intelligence community analysis on Derkach's activities
In March 2021, the U.S. intelligence community released an analysis stating that Andrii Derkach was among proxies of Russian intelligence who promoted misleading narratives about Joe Biden to U.S. media and officials. This activity was part of a broader effort to influence the 2020 Presidential Election. [March 2021]
April 6, 2021: Release of Memoir "Beautiful Things"
Hunter Biden released his memoir, "Beautiful Things," on April 6, 2021. The book chronicles his experiences with addiction, family tragedies, and his personal journey.
October 2021: Kevin Morris lends money to Hunter Biden
In October 2021, Hollywood attorney and writer Kevin Morris began lending Hunter Biden more than $6.5 million to pay back taxes, support his family, and fund legal expenses. Morris became an influential adviser and financier to Biden. [October 2021]
November 2021: Conflicting Reports on Hunter Biden's BHR Partners Ownership
Conflicting reports emerged in November 2021 regarding Hunter Biden's ownership in BHR Partners. While his attorney stated he held no interest, The New York Times reported his company, Skaneateles LLC, still had ownership.
2021: Hunter Biden's Art Exhibition and Sales
In 2021, Hunter Biden's art dealer, Georges Bergès, hosted a private viewing of his work in Los Angeles, followed by an exhibition in New York. Biden's paintings were priced as high as $500,000 each, and notable purchases were made, including $875,000 worth of art by Kevin Morris.
March 2022: Laptop Emails Confirmed Authentic
In March 2022, The New York Times and The Washington Post reported that some emails found on a laptop, believed to be Hunter Biden's, were authentic.
March 2022: Federal Investigation Revealed
In March 2022, news broke of a federal investigation into Hunter Biden's foreign business dealings, focusing on potential FARA violations and questionable payments.
April 2022: Report on wire transfer to Rosemont Seneca Thornton
In April 2022, The Washington Post reported that the partners of Rosemont Seneca Thornton had agreed to dissolve the organization before a 2014 wire transfer of $3.5 million from Russian businessperson Yelena Baturina. The report clarified that Hunter Biden was not involved in the transaction, which was managed by Devin Archer. [April 2022]
July 2022: Financial Struggles Revealed
In July 2022, authenticated emails revealed that Hunter Biden faced significant financial challenges, including substantial debt and unpaid taxes.
September 2022: Request to Reduce Child Support Payments
Hunter Biden filed a motion in September 2022 to reduce his child support payments to Lunden Roberts, citing reduced income. Roberts opposed the request and petitioned for their daughter's surname to be changed to Biden.
October 2022: Sufficient Evidence for Charges Found
Reports surfaced that federal agents had gathered sufficient evidence to pursue criminal charges against Hunter Biden related to false statements during a gun purchase and tax-related offenses.
2022: Hunter Biden's Skaneateles LLC Dissolved
Hunter Biden's company, Skaneateles LLC, which held his stake in BHR Partners, was dissolved in 2022.
2022: Publication of "If We Break"
Kathleen Buhle published her memoir, "If We Break," in 2022, which detailed her perspective on her relationship with Hunter Biden.
January 2023: Rental Application Controversy
A rental application found on Hunter Biden's laptop sparked false claims about payments for his father's residence, later debunked as relating to office space.
February 2023: Criminal Investigation Request
Hunter Biden's attorneys requested a criminal investigation into individuals involved in accessing and disseminating data from his personal computer.
June 2023: Settlement Reached with Lunden Roberts
In June 2023, Hunter Biden and Lunden Roberts reached a settlement in their child support dispute. Biden agreed to provide his daughter with some of his paintings and pay an undisclosed monthly amount in child support, while Roberts agreed to drop her petition to change their daughter's last name.
June 20, 2023: Guilty Plea on Tax Charges and Gun Charges
On June 20, 2023, Hunter Biden pleaded guilty to tax charges for failing to pay taxes on time. He also admitted to illegally possessing a gun as a drug user.
July 2023: Plea Deal Collapses
In July 2023, a plea deal in Hunter Biden's case fell apart.
July 26, 2023: Hunter Biden Pleads Not Guilty to Tax Charges
Hunter Biden pleaded not guilty to tax-related charges on July 26, 2023.
September 14, 2023: Indictment on Firearms Charges
Hunter Biden was indicted on September 14, 2023, on federal charges concerning firearms, specifically related to possessing a gun while being a drug user.
December 7, 2023: Additional Tax-Related Charges
A special counsel brought nine more charges against Hunter Biden on December 7, 2023. The charges are related to tax evasion.
January 11, 2024: Pleads Not Guilty to Tax Charges
Hunter Biden pleaded not guilty to tax charges in January 2024 and a trial date was set.
January 2024: Laptop Authenticity Confirmed
Federal prosecutors confirmed possessing a laptop they claimed Hunter Biden left at a computer store, containing files matching his cloud backups.
February 28, 2024: House Deposition
Hunter Biden was deposed by the House Judiciary and Oversight committees on February 28, 2024, during which he stated he did not recall sending his laptop for repairs.
May 2024: Laptop as Evidence
It was revealed that the prosecution planned to use Hunter Biden's laptop as evidence in his firearm trial.
May 24, 2024: Pre-Trial Hearing
A final pre-trial hearing for the gun charges occured on May 24, 2024.
June 3, 2024: Trial for Firearm Charges
Hunter Biden is set to face trial on June 3, 2024, in Delaware for the firearm-related charges against him.
June 20, 2024: Trial Date Set
Initially, June 20, 2024, was set as the trial date for tax charges against Hunter Biden in California.
September 5, 2024: Trial for Tax Charges
A trial concerning tax charges against Hunter Biden is scheduled for September 5, 2024, in California.