Hunter Biden’s art patron reached federal contribution limits, so her underage children continued to fund Democrats.
Elizabeth Hirsh Naftali: A Generous Supporter of Liberal Politicians and Causes
In September 2015, Hunter Biden’s art patron, Elizabeth Hirsh Naftali, made a significant contribution of $2,700 to Hillary Clinton’s presidential campaign. What made this donation even more interesting was that Naftali’s 17-year-old daughter also sent Clinton the same amount just days later. This occurred shortly after Naftali reached the legal limit for primary campaign contributions to Clinton. Over the years, Naftali’s children continued to follow in their mother’s footsteps, donating thousands of dollars to various Democratic politicians.
Naftali’s daughter, who was still in high school at the time, not only made substantial donations but also secured a spot on Clinton’s National Finance Committee at the age of 18. She later worked as a technology consultant for the Democratic National Committee while in college. The Naftali family’s support for liberal politicians didn’t stop there. In July 2022, President Joe Biden appointed Naftali herself to his Commission for the Preservation of America’s Heritage Abroad, raising concerns about potential ethical issues.
While the White House initially promised anonymity for Hunter Biden’s art patrons, it was recently revealed that Naftali was one of them. This revelation sparked further discussions about ethics, especially considering Hunter Biden’s art sales and ongoing legal battles related to his taxes. It’s worth noting that federal law allows minors to donate to political campaigns, as long as they do so willingly and with their own money. In the case of Naftali’s children, the funds they used for donations came from a trust set up by their grandparents.
If Naftali directed or influenced her children’s contributions after she reached her donation limit, it could potentially be seen as a straw donation scheme. Campaign finance watchdogs have raised concerns about this possibility. Despite these questions, the Naftali family has remained silent on the matter.
Following in Their Mother’s Footsteps
In addition to the underage contributions, Naftali’s children have continued to support Democratic politicians, often mirroring their mother’s donation habits. For example, in 2020, three of Naftali’s children made maximum contributions to Joe Biden’s campaign after their mother had already donated over $5,000. They have also contributed to lesser-known Democrats, including Antonio Delgado, Abby Finkenauer, and Asif Mahmood, long after Naftali herself was no longer able to contribute.
Since 2004, Naftali has funneled millions of dollars to Democrats, while her children have contributed over $146,000 to 46 Democratic politicians and committees since 2012. The influence of the Naftali family in the political landscape is undeniable.
White House Connections
Shortly after Hunter Biden’s first art show in November 2021, Naftali met with White House policy adviser Richard Figueroa. This meeting was followed by at least 12 more visits to the White House, including a private meeting with senior White House adviser Neera Tanden. The White House had promised safeguards regarding Hunter Biden’s art sales, but Naftali’s presence and connections raise questions about the extent of those safeguards.
It’s important to note that Hunter Biden himself has indicated his influence in appointments to the Commission for the Preservation of America’s Heritage Abroad. When his cousin requested a spot on the commission, Hunter Biden mentioned that his business partner had successfully secured a position in 2015. Despite this, the Biden administration claims that it was former House speaker Nancy Pelosi who recommended Naftali for the commission.
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