Anthony Bernal Pleads the Fifth in Probe of Biden Health and Son's Pardon

Invoking the Fifth Amendment

• 5️⃣ Anthony Bernal, described as Jill Biden's "work husband," invoked his Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination when questioned by a congressional committee.
• 🏛️ He repeatedly declined to answer questions, stating "On the advice of council, I respectfully decline to answer the question pursuant to my fifth amendment rights under the Constitution."

Scope of Questions

• ❓ Questions posed to Bernal included whether he advised President Joe Biden to pardon his son, Hunter Biden.
• 🩺 He was also asked about President Joe Biden's fitness to exercise the duties of the president.
• 👤 The committee also inquired if any unelected official or family member executed the duties of the presidency.
• 🤥 Bernal was asked if President Biden ever instructed him to lie regarding his health.

Committee's Response

• 📝 The record was made to reflect that Mr. Bernal invoked the Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination.
• 🗣️ A representative stated that it was Bernal's intention to decline answering all questions on this basis.