Source: Fox News
Summary
The Department of Justice (DOJ) is continuing its investigation into former President Joe Biden’s use of an autopen in the final months of his administration, focusing on pardons and commutations. A senior DOJ official stated that Biden himself is unlikely to face criminal exposure. The investigation centers on whether the autopen was used in violation of the law, specifically whether Biden personally approved each name on pardon and commutation lists.
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As expected, the matter has reached another stage.
The DOJ continues to investigate Biden’s autopen use, with a focus on pardons and commutations. The investigation centers on whether the autopen was used in violation of the law. A senior DOJ official stated that Biden himself is unlikely to face criminal exposure. The official noted that a 2024 Supreme Court ruling would likely apply to Biden, giving him immunity from criminal prosecution for official acts during his tenure in office. The investigation has become a familiar phase in the ongoing controversy surrounding Biden’s use of an autopen.
The investigation has taken on a familiar rhythm, with each side presenting their case and the DOJ reviewing the evidence.
