Overview

• Donald Trump has accused Joe Biden's administration of using an autopen to sign executive orders and legislation without Biden's awareness, including actions on immigration policy.
• Trump announced a formal investigation into the use of the autopen, claiming it was operated by aides to enact policies he describes as 'radical left.'
• House Oversight Chairman James Comer has identified a staffer allegedly responsible for using the autopen and is conducting interviews as part of the investigation.
• The Justice Department maintains that the autopen has been legally approved for presidential use since the Obama administration, emphasizing its validity for official actions.
• The controversy underscores broader debates over executive accountability, with Republicans questioning Biden's capacity to oversee key decisions during his presidency.