A government watchdog has ignited a firestorm by alleging that the Biden administration employed an autopen—a sophisticated electromechanical device used to reproduce a signature—to sign nearly all of former President Joe Biden’s executive orders.

This explosive claim, brought to light by a report from the Oversight Project (a division of the Heritage Foundation), raises serious questions about who was truly at the helm of decision-making during Biden’s tenure and whether unelected staffers were effectively running the presidency.

In this in‑depth investigation, we break down the allegations, explore the legal and constitutional implications, and assess what this controversy means for transparency and accountability in the highest levels of government. We also examine reactions from key political figures and the broader impact on the public’s trust in executive leadership.