Trump Drops Bombshell Claim About Biden’s Autopen Signatures
President Donald Trump set off a political earthquake Friday, declaring that every document signed by Joe Biden using an autopen is now invalid — and warning that Biden could face potential perjury charges if he insists he personally approved those signatures.
This explosive announcement comes as many Americans already question how much Biden truly oversaw during his presidency. Trump, 79, has long argued that Biden, now 83, was rarely present and that much of his administration operated under the direction of unelected aides.
Trump: “92% of Biden’s Documents Are Terminated”
In a detailed Truth Social post, Trump announced:
“Any document signed by Sleepy Joe Biden with the Autopen — approximately 92% — is hereby terminated and has no legal effect. The Autopen cannot be used without the direct approval of the President of the United States.”
Trump accused Biden’s staff of taking control of the presidency:
“The Radical Left operatives surrounding Biden effectively seized authority. I am canceling every executive action not personally signed by Crooked Joe Biden. Those who used the Autopen did so without proper authority.”
Trump then issued his strongest warning yet:
“If Joe Biden claims he oversaw the Autopen process, he will be brought up on charges of perjury.”
What This Means for Biden’s Executive Orders and Pardons
Trump has already reversed numerous Biden-era directives, but this sweeping move signals something much broader: large portions of the Biden presidency may face legal challenges if Biden cannot show he personally approved the actions taken in his name.
Biden previously told the New York Times that he allowed staff to use his signature for certain late-term pardons, but critics argue this only adds to the perception that Biden was detached from the job.
History of the Autopen — and Why This Is Different
Autopens have been used for decades, but only under strict rules requiring explicit presidential authorization. A 2005 Justice Department analysis confirmed that a president may direct a subordinate to affix a signature — but that authorization must be clear and traceable.
Republicans argue that such clarity simply did not exist under Biden.
House Investigation: Biden Rarely Met With Key Staff
A recent House Republican investigation revealed:
- Biden had minimal personal interaction with key West Wing officials
- Important directives were often relayed verbally or second-hand
- Staff privately expressed confusion about how to implement late-term decisions
- Emails showed aides unsure whether Biden actually approved major actions
While investigators did not find definitive proof that Biden’s staff acted alone, the findings raised serious concerns about who was truly in charge.
The Biden White House has declined to comment on Trump’s announcement.
Comer: “Trump Is Right To Invalidate Biden’s Actions”
House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer strongly praised Trump’s move, saying the American people were misled about Biden’s condition and level of involvement.
“I applaud President Trump for declaring Biden’s autopen actions null and void,” Comer said.
“As Americans watched Biden’s decline, his inner circle pushed unauthorized executive actions. Those actions are now invalid.”
Why This Story Matters for Americans 50+
For older Americans who lived through decades of political change, Trump’s announcement touches on major concerns:
- Transparency and accountability in government
- Who actually held power in the Biden White House
- Potential legal challenges tied to Biden’s health and capacity
- The legitimacy of executive actions that affected taxes, regulations, and national security
This issue is not just political theater — it may reshape how executive authority is reviewed moving forward.