WSJ Opinion: Potomac Watch Republicans Want Answers on Joe Biden's Decline and 'Autopen'
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Jun 10, 2025 The podcast dives into inquiries surrounding President Biden's health and cognitive abilities, with calls for transparency from Congress. It discusses the implications of using autopen for executive actions and the legalities of presidential signatures. There's a spotlight on Kilmar Abrego Garcia’s return to face serious charges after a Supreme Court ruling, highlighting issues of justice and due process. The conversation wraps up with reflections on leadership and the Democratic Party's concerns over Biden's capability for re-election.
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Biden's Cognitive Fitness Under Scrutiny
- Republicans are investigating Biden's cognitive state and his reliance on aides for executive decisions.
- This scrutiny raises broader questions about older politicians' fitness for office and use of the 25th Amendment.
Justice Dept. Probe Could Hinder Oversight
- The Justice Department's investigation of Biden's mental state may clash with congressional oversight.
- Witnesses might avoid testifying candidly if they fear prosecution.
Legal Nuances of Signing Documents
- The legal standard allows presidents to delegate the physical signing but requires they make the signing decision.
- Biden's use of the autopen reflects physical absence more than a lack of authority.
