Verdict with Ted Cruz BONUS POD: Comer Wrapping Up Biden Autopen Investigation plus Defense Secretary in Puerto Rico
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Sep 9, 2025 The podcast dives into the controversy surrounding President Biden's alleged use of an autopen for issuing pardons, raising questions about legitimacy and executive power. Critics highlight potential overreach, while defenders argue the practice is legal. Additionally, the discussion shifts to military maneuvers in Puerto Rico amidst rising tensions with Venezuela, where the U.S. is ramping up operations against drug trafficking. The Pentagon's strategic focus underscores Puerto Rico’s role in counter-narcotics efforts in the Caribbean.
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Autopen Pardons Raise Constitutional Questions
- Records suggest top Biden aides used an autopen to execute thousands of pardons without direct presidential involvement.
- That raises legal and constitutional questions about the legitimacy of those pardons and executive control under Article II.
Legal Validity Depends On Presidential Approval
- Legal validity of autopen-signed pardons hinges on whether the president actually approved their use.
- Investigators need internal testimony to determine if Biden personally authorized those signatures.
Get Direct Testimony On Approval
- Oversight committees should seek inside witnesses to confirm whether Biden approved autopen use.
- Obtain direct testimony to establish factual control and preserve legal clarity on pardons.