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Cruz Slams Biden's Autopen Pardons, Questions Legality

9/11/2025

Summary

Story summary

Senator Ted Cruz criticized former President Biden for using an autopen for pardons, arguing it violates constitutional requirements.
Cruz's letter to Attorney General Pam Bondi claims Biden's pardons may lack valid presidential approval.
He alleges the Biden administration took advantage of the president's mental state and chaotic transition for oversight-free pardons.
Leaked emails reveal internal doubts among Biden officials about the pardon process.
Cruz also condemned the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk as "unspeakable evil."

History

Historical Context

In 1974, President Gerald Ford's controversial pardon of Richard Nixon ignited debates over executive power and accountability, facing backlash from Congress and the public. This historical tension resurfaced as Senator Ted Cruz criticized President Biden's use of an autopen for pardons, potentially prompting renewed scrutiny of the pardon process and its constitutional implications in contemporary governance.

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Story summary

Senator Ted Cruz criticized former President Biden for using an autopen for pardons, arguing it violates constitutional requirements.
Cruz's letter to Attorney General Pam Bondi claims Biden's pardons may lack valid presidential approval.
He alleges the Biden administration took advantage of the president's mental state and chaotic transition for oversight-free pardons.
Leaked emails reveal internal doubts among Biden officials about the pardon process.
Cruz also condemned the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk as "unspeakable evil."

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