Overview

• The committee has ordered Anthony Bernal, a senior aide to former first lady Jill Biden, to appear for a deposition on July 16 after he declined a voluntary interview
• Dr. Kevin O’Connor, President Biden’s former White House physician, has been subpoenaed to testify before the panel on July 9
• President Trump has waived executive privilege for eight former Biden administration officials, allowing them to speak freely to Congress
• Republican lawmakers argue the probe will reveal whether autopen-signed documents reflect a sound and legally binding presidential decision-making process
• Democrats condemn the inquiry as a partisan distraction that diverts attention from issues like the cost of living and healthcare policy