Investigation into Biden's concealed affairs: 8 advisors grilled, further inquiries planned
In a significant development, the House Oversight Committee is questioning former White House staff and advisors of President Joe Biden to probe concerns about his mental fitness while in office. The investigation, which includes specific scrutiny of his alleged use of an autopen to sign executive decisions, aims to determine whether cognitive decline affected Biden's capacity to perform presidential duties and whether others were effectively managing executive responsibilities behind the scenes.
Republican members of the committee have raised questions about whether Biden’s use of an autopen—an automated device that can reproduce a person's signature—on presidential documents means those documents should be considered invalid. This questioning associates with broader concerns about who was actually managing presidential functions amid speculation about Biden’s mental acuity. The GOP also references historical precedent, drawing a parallel to First Lady Edith Wilson's management of executive responsibilities after President Woodrow Wilson suffered a stroke.
Several former aides have cooperated in closed-door interviews, such as Steve Ricchetti and Mike Donilon. Ricchetti, former counselor to the president, told investigators that "of course" Biden was up to the job of president and asserted he had personal relationships with Jill Biden and Hunter Biden in addition to the former president. Donilon, on the other hand, staunchly defended Biden during his interview, accusing Democrats of overreacting in the wake of Biden's debate. He also revealed that he could've received up to $8 million had Biden won re-election.
However, not all former aides have been as cooperative. Biden’s former physician, Dr. Kevin O’Connor, was the first to appear under subpoena and pleaded the Fifth Amendment during his deposition with the House Oversight Committee. Annie Tomasini, former Special Assistant to the President and Deputy Director of Oval Office Operations, followed suit after requesting a subpoena from Chair James Comer. Both O'Connor and Tomasini have been close associates of the Biden family for years.
Anthony Bernal, who was nicknamed Jill Biden's "work husband" for their close relationship, was the second person subpoenaed to appear. Ashley Williams, a longtime Biden advisor, appeared for a voluntary transcribed interview on July 11. Former White House staff secretary Neera Tanden appeared for a voluntary interview on June 24. Tanden described having "minimal interaction" with Biden during her sit-down with investigators.
Investigators have also uncovered claims that an autopen was used for executive decisions without Joe Biden's knowledge. The Fox Nation special 'The Autopen President' is investigating this autopen investigation involving former President Joe Biden. Ron Klain, former Chief of Staff to President Biden, told investigators that he believed Biden's memory got worse over time but still had the ability to govern.
The committee’s chair, Republican Rep. James Comer, has indicated that even Jill Biden and Vice President Harris might be subpoenaed as part of the inquiry. The investigation is ongoing, and further developments are expected in the coming weeks.
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- The House Oversight Committee is questioning former White House staff about President Joe Biden's mental fitness, raising concerns about his use of an autopen for executive decisions, and scrutinizing the role of others in managing presidential duties. [News Source 1]
- Amid this probe, there is speculation about Biden's mental acuity, references to historical precedent, such as First Lady Edith Wilson's management of executive responsibilities, and broader discussions on politics, policy-and-legislation, and general-news. [News Source 2]
- Several former aides, like Steve Ricchetti and Mike Donilon, have cooperated in closed-door interviews, providing insights on Biden's fitness for office, while others, such as Dr. Kevin O’Connor and Annie Tomasini, have pleaded the Fifth Amendment. [News Source 3]
- Investigations also suggest that an autopen was used for executive decisions without Joe Biden's knowledge, leading to allegations of war-and-conflicts, crime-and-justice, and accidents, as well as discussions on immigration, health, and fires, as the Fox Nation special 'The Autopen President' investigates. [News Source 4]
- Ongoing investigations and subpoenas have been issued to various individuals, including Jill Biden, Vice President Harris, and former White House staff secretary Neera Tanden, as the inquiry continues to uncover more details about policy-and-legislation and presidential responsibilities. [News Source 5]
