GOP Probe Leader Comer Uses Digital Signature in Biden Autopen Investigation

Republican Rep. James Comer, leading the Trump administration's investigation into President Joe Biden's use of an autopen to sign documents, has himself used digital signatures on letters and subpoena cover letters related to the probe. NBC News and other outlets revealed that Comer sent at least 16 letters with digital images of his signature, though subpoenas themselves reportedly bear his wet signature, consistent with House Oversight Committee practices. A committee spokeswoman stated that digital signatures are commonly used by members of Congress for official correspondence and are approved by Comer, emphasizing that comparing this to Biden's autopen use for legally binding executive actions is misleading. Comer acknowledged that autopen use is acceptable for routine correspondence but argued it should not be used for legal documents, raising constitutional questions about Biden's autopen use. President Trump has repeatedly criticized Biden's autopen use, claiming it allowed others to control presidential decisions, a claim Biden has dismissed as false and ridiculous. The controversy highlights ongoing partisan battles over Biden's cognitive state and the legitimacy of his administration's actions.