US President Donald Trump took to social media, calling the autopen part of a &ldquo;real crime&rdquo; linked to the 2020 presidential election. In an early morning rant, he claimed that the device, used to replicate signatures, was abused during Joe Biden&rsquo;s time in office.
&ldquo;Whoever had control of the &lsquo;AUTOPEN&rsquo; is looking to be a bigger and bigger scandal by the moment,&rdquo; Trump wrote. &ldquo;It is a major part of the real crime, THAT THE PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION OF 2020 WAS RIGGED AND STOLEN!&rdquo; Trump said.
Though Trump did not offer proof that the autopen was misused, he suggested that it may have been used without Biden&rsquo;s knowledge and connected it to pardons allegedly granted to members of the Jan 6 committee.
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<h2>What is an autopen, and how does it work?</h2>
An autopen is a mechanical device used to replicate a person&rsquo;s signature, often employed by public figures who need to sign documents remotely or in large volumes. It has been around for decades and is not new to presidential administrations.
The machine holds a signature template and can sign multiple documents in a consistent and secure manner, essentially mimicking the actual pen strokes of the individual.
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<h2>Has it been used before by presidents?</h2>
Yes, several presidents have used the autopen. One of the most notable instances was in 2011, when Barack Obama allowed an aide to use the autopen to extend the Patriot Act while he was abroad. It was the first time a president had publicly authorised a signature using the device.
Obama used it again in 2013 while on holiday in Hawaii to sign a bill aimed at avoiding a financial crisis.
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<h2>Is it legally valid?</h2>
According to a 2005 legal opinion issued by the Justice Department&rsquo;s Office of Legal Counsel under President George W. Bush, a president may direct a subordinate to affix the President&rsquo;s signature using an autopen. This opinion provides legal backing for the practice when authorised properly.
<h2>Did Biden use the autopen without knowing?</h2>
President Joe Biden has reportedly used the autopen in the past. However, Trump has not provided any evidence that Biden was unaware of its use, or that any documents, including pardons, were signed without his direction or approval.
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Despite Trump&rsquo;s claims, there is no official indication that the autopen has been misused or that any laws were broken in its deployment by the current administration.

World: “Whoever had control of the ‘AUTOPEN’ is looking to be a bigger and bigger scandal by the moment,” Trump wrote. “It is a major part of the real crime, THAT THE PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION OF 2020 WAS RIGGED AND STOLEN!” Trump said.

US President Donald Trump took to social media, calling the autopen part of a “real crime” linked to the 2020 presidential election. In an early morning rant, he claimed that the device, used to replicate signatures, was abused during Joe Biden’s time in office. “Whoever had control of the ‘AUTOPEN’ is looking to be a bigger and bigger scandal by the moment,” Trump wrote. “It is a major part of the real crime, THAT THE PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION OF 2020 WAS RIGGED AND STOLEN!” Trump said. Though Trump did not offer proof that the autopen was misused, he suggested that it may have been used without Biden’s knowledge and connected it to pardons allegedly granted to members of the Jan 6 committee. Also read: Russia-Ukraine ceasefire soon? Trump to dial Putin and Zelensky | Subject of conversation - 'STOPPING THE BLOODBATH' What is an autopen, and how does it work? An autopen is a mechanical device used to replicate a person’s signature, often employed by public figures who need to sign documents remotely or in large volumes. It has been around for decades and is not new to presidential administrations. The machine holds a signature template and can sign multiple documents in a consistent and secure manner, essentially mimicking the actual pen strokes of the individual. Also read: 'Very nasty word'? Trump uses the 'N-word' as he again cries for credit in India-Pak conflict | Here's what he said Has it been used before by presidents? Yes, several presidents have used the autopen. One of the most notable instances was in 2011, when Barack Obama allowed an aide to use the autopen to extend the Patriot Act while he was abroad. It was the first time a president had publicly authorised a signature using the device. Obama used it again in 2013 while on holiday in Hawaii to sign a bill aimed at avoiding a financial crisis. Also read: 'CORRUPT, VICIOUS WITCH HUNT AGAINST ME': Trump revives 2020 elections claims, targets Autopen, ‘Sleepy Joe’ in early morning rant Is it legally valid? According to a 2005 legal opinion issued by the Justice Department’s Office of Legal Counsel under President George W. Bush, a president may direct a subordinate to affix the President’s signature using an autopen. This opinion provides legal backing for the practice when authorised properly. Did Biden use the autopen without knowing? President Joe Biden has reportedly used the autopen in the past. However, Trump has not provided any evidence that Biden was unaware of its use, or that any documents, including pardons, were signed without his direction or approval. Also read: Who are the Afrikaners? Story of South Africa's white tribe that Trump claims 'facing a genocide' | WION Explains Despite Trump’s claims, there is no official indication that the autopen has been misused or that any laws were broken in its deployment by the current administration.

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US President <a href="https://www.wionews.com/donald-trump" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">Donald Trump</a> took to his social media platform Truth Social on Saturday (May 17) for an early morning rant after returning from a four-day tour of the Persian Gulf, where he visited Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates.
Trump repeated familiar claims, alleging that the 2020 presidential election was rigged, blaming the January 6 committee, and attacking the use of a mechanical signature device known as the Autopen.
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<h2>Trump suggests Autopen was part of a bigger plot</h2>
In his post, Trump questioned the use of the Autopen, a device used by presidents, including Joe Biden, to sign documents remotely.
&ldquo;Whoever had control of the &lsquo;AUTOPEN&rsquo; is looking to be a bigger and bigger scandal by the moment. It is a major part of the real crime, THAT THE PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION OF 2020 WAS RIGGED AND STOLEN! Millions and millions of people knew that, but the Radical Left Democrats waged a campaign of inoculation and innocence like none that had ever been waged before,&rdquo; he wrote.
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He then turned his attention to the January 6 committee, accusing them of destroying evidence.
&ldquo;THIS IS WHY THE UNSELECT COMMITTEE OF POLITICAL THUGS, WHO WERE GIVEN A FULL AND COMPLETE PARDON BY THE PERSON WHO WIELDED THE NOW ILLEGALLY USED AUTOPEN, DELETED AND DESTROYED ALL EVIDENCE AND INFORMATION FROM THEIR CORRUPT AND VICIOUS WITCH HUNT AGAINST ME, AND MANY OTHER PEOPLE, WHOSE LIVES WERE COMPLETELY SHATTERED AND DESTROYED BY THIS HISTORICALLY CRIMINAL EVENT.&rdquo;
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<h2>Election fraud claims once again at the centre</h2>
Trump ended his post by reviving his past allegations that Barack Obama, James Comey, and Joe Biden were part of a conspiracy against him.
&ldquo;Remember, it all began with DIRTY COP James Comey, Obama, a hapless and cognitively impaired Sleepy Joe Biden, and my now very famous ACCUSATION that, &lsquo;THEY SPIED ON MY CAMPAIGN!&rsquo; Whoever had control of the Autopen is just the beginning. The biggest crime of all is that THE 2020 PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION WAS RIGGED! I (MAGA!) WON THE ELECTION BY MILLIONS OF VOTES, AND EVERYONE KNOWS IT. GOD BLESS AMERICA, FOR THE FIGHT HAS JUST BEGUN!!!&rdquo;
<h2>What really happened on January 6, 2021?</h2>
On January 6, 2021, a violent mob stormed the US Capitol as lawmakers gathered to certify Joe Biden&rsquo;s presidential win. Trump, who had been speaking nearby, told supporters to march to the Capitol. The FBI later classified the incident as an act of domestic terrorism.
The House of Representatives impeached Trump for incitement of insurrection, but the Senate acquitted him.
<h2>Investigations found no evidence of widespread voter fraud</h2>
Despite Trump&rsquo;s repeated claims, the 2020 election has been examined by multiple courts and independent bodies, all of which found no significant voter fraud.
The use of absentee ballots during the pandemic was lawful, and Biden&rsquo;s win was confirmed by the Electoral College and later certified by Congress.

World: Trump repeated familiar claims, alleging that the 2020 presidential election was rigged, blaming the January 6 committee, and attacking the use of a mechanical signature device known as the Autopen.

US President Donald Trump took to his social media platform Truth Social on Saturday (May 17) for an early morning rant after returning from a four-day tour of the Persian Gulf, where he visited Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates. Trump repeated familiar claims, alleging that the 2020 presidential election was rigged, blaming the January 6 committee, and attacking the use of a mechanical signature device known as the Autopen. Also read: US Embassy WARNS Indians: Here's what will happen if you overstay in America Trump suggests Autopen was part of a bigger plot In his post, Trump questioned the use of the Autopen, a device used by presidents, including Joe Biden, to sign documents remotely. “Whoever had control of the ‘AUTOPEN’ is looking to be a bigger and bigger scandal by the moment. It is a major part of the real crime, THAT THE PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION OF 2020 WAS RIGGED AND STOLEN! Millions and millions of people knew that, but the Radical Left Democrats waged a campaign of inoculation and innocence like none that had ever been waged before,” he wrote. Also read: 'Dangerous, deadly cancerous tumor': Iran's Khamenei bashes 'Zionist regime', calls Israel a source of war, corruption He then turned his attention to the January 6 committee, accusing them of destroying evidence. “THIS IS WHY THE UNSELECT COMMITTEE OF POLITICAL THUGS, WHO WERE GIVEN A FULL AND COMPLETE PARDON BY THE PERSON WHO WIELDED THE NOW ILLEGALLY USED AUTOPEN, DELETED AND DESTROYED ALL EVIDENCE AND INFORMATION FROM THEIR CORRUPT AND VICIOUS WITCH HUNT AGAINST ME, AND MANY OTHER PEOPLE, WHOSE LIVES WERE COMPLETELY SHATTERED AND DESTROYED BY THIS HISTORICALLY CRIMINAL EVENT.” Also read: Trump and Melania are separated? US president's biographer Michael Wolff makes BIG claim Election fraud claims once again at the centre Trump ended his post by reviving his past allegations that Barack Obama, James Comey, and Joe Biden were part of a conspiracy against him. “Remember, it all began with DIRTY COP James Comey, Obama, a hapless and cognitively impaired Sleepy Joe Biden, and my now very famous ACCUSATION that, ‘THEY SPIED ON MY CAMPAIGN!’ Whoever had control of the Autopen is just the beginning. The biggest crime of all is that THE 2020 PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION WAS RIGGED! I (MAGA!) WON THE ELECTION BY MILLIONS OF VOTES, AND EVERYONE KNOWS IT. GOD BLESS AMERICA, FOR THE FIGHT HAS JUST BEGUN!!!” What really happened on January 6, 2021? On January 6, 2021, a violent mob stormed the US Capitol as lawmakers gathered to certify Joe Biden’s presidential win. Trump, who had been speaking nearby, told supporters to march to the Capitol. The FBI later classified the incident as an act of domestic terrorism. The House of Representatives impeached Trump for incitement of insurrection, but the Senate acquitted him. Investigations found no evidence of widespread voter fraud Despite Trump’s repeated claims, the 2020 election has been examined by multiple courts and independent bodies, all of which found no significant voter fraud. The use of absentee ballots during the pandemic was lawful, and Biden’s win was confirmed by the Electoral College and later certified by Congress.

'CORRUPT, VICIOUS WITCH HUNT AGAINST ME': Trump revives 2020 elections claims, targets Autopen, ‘Sleepy Joe’ in early morning rant

US President Donald Trump has claimed that the pardons issued by former US President Joe Biden are null and void. Trump claims Biden did not sign the pardons by hand and instead, used an autopen.

Trump declares Biden’s Jan. 6 pardons ‘void’ over autopen use

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