Rep. James Comer Discusses Biden Administration's Use of Autopen and Deposition Ahead of Karine Jean-Pierre Interview
Forbes Breaking NewsOctober 7, 20256 min56,227 views
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- 🎯 Rep. James Comer is investigating the Biden administration's use of the autopen for signing legal documents.
- 🔍 The investigation aims to determine the legality and process behind the autopen's usage, particularly concerning whether President Biden was aware of who was using it and for what purpose.
- ⚠️ Emails suggest the Department of Justice, under Merrick Garland, had concerns about the autopen process and questioned if the President even knew who was being pardoned.
- 📚 Comer intentionally delayed interviewing Karine Jean-Pierre until closer to her deposition, anticipating her book might contain relevant information.
- 🗣️ Information from recent depositions and surfaced emails indicates inconsistencies in the administration's account of the autopen process.
Concerns Regarding Presidential Decision-Making
- 📉 Comer highlights a perceived lack of respect among White House staffers and those around President Biden, citing Kamala Harris's book as evidence.
- 🏛️ The investigation is particularly focused on the last nine months, a period where President Biden is described as being "checked out of office."
- ⚖️ The core questions revolve around the legality of pardons and executive orders issued via the autopen.
Public Hearings and Future Steps
- 🎤 Comer suggests a public hearing is a possibility once depositions conclude.
- 📝 A report detailing the investigation's findings is expected to be imminent.
- 🇺🇸 The ultimate goal is to reveal the truth to the American people regarding the autopen's use and President Biden's potential knowledge.
Security and Political Climate
- 🤝 Comer expressed relief and confidence in local law enforcement regarding the apprehension of a suspect who had caused anxiety in Congress.
- 🌡️ He noted that the political temperature in America is too high, with responsibility shared by both parties and the media.
- 🔒 While acknowledging personal security concerns, he emphasized the need for improvement in the political climate.
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