Trump responds to Biden brushing off autopen investigation
Former President Donald Trump has responded to former President Joe Biden’s comments brushing off the autopen investigation, maintaining his belief that Biden didn’t have a good grasp on what was happening during his time in office. Trump made these comments during a meeting with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in the Oval Office on June 5, 2025.
Trump expressed his belief that Biden had undergone significant changes in his policies, highlighting that Biden was never in support of open borders, transgender rights, or men playing in women’s sports. Trump emphasized that Biden’s lack of understanding of key issues during his presidency was evident and that he did not have a clear idea of what was going on.
The controversy surrounding the use of an autopen during the Biden administration has raised concerns for Trump, who directed the Department of Justice to investigate whether Biden’s aides conspired to deceive the public about his mental state by using the autopen to sign important documents. Trump labeled this act as illegal and disrespectful to the country.
In response to Trump’s memo, Biden dismissed the allegations as “ridiculous” and a distraction orchestrated by the GOP. Biden asserted that he was the one making decisions during his presidency and that any insinuation otherwise was false.
Trump continued to stress the seriousness of the autopen scandal, pointing out that autopens are typically used for mass mailings and not for official presidential actions. He underlined the importance of a genuine signature on important documents, such as ambassadorships, to show respect and appreciation for the individuals involved.
The president also mentioned his ability to differentiate between autopen signatures and genuine signatures due to the two pinholes left on documents from pulling the paper. Trump criticized the use of autopens, stating that they are suitable for responding to thousands of letters from the public but not for official presidential actions.
The Heritage Foundation’s Oversight Project had previously investigated the Biden administration’s use of an autopen, revealing that the same signature appeared on multiple official documents. This raised concerns that Biden’s aides may have been making decisions without his approval.
Overall, the controversy surrounding the autopen scandal has further fueled tensions between Trump and Biden, with Trump insisting on a thorough investigation into the matter. The issue highlights the importance of transparency and accountability in government actions, particularly when it comes to the authenticity of presidential signatures on key documents.
