President Donald Trump has called for an investigation into former President Biden’s use of autopen. (Reuters; AP)
TRUMP TO VOID ALL DOCUMENTS ALLEGEDLY SIGNED BY BIDEN VIA AUTOPEN, THREATENS PERJURY CHARGE
The autopen device, which holds a real pen and signs paper using a handwriting template, automatically reproduces a person’s signature with high accuracy.
The U.S. government has used autopens since the Truman administration, and the Department of Justice’s Office of Legal Counsel previously confirmed use of the device is legal for presidential signatures on legislation and executive acts, so long as it is authorized by the president.
However, Trump claimed Biden did not approve the signatures, and threatened to charge him with perjury if he says he was involved in the autopen process.
A framed image of an autopen outside the White House. (White House)
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It is unclear who will validate the signatures on documents allegedly signed by Biden.
This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.
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