House Speaker Claims Biden Was Unaware of LNG Export Pause

Mike Johnson recounts a private meeting where President Biden reportedly did not recall signing an executive order halting new LNG export permits.

House Speaker Mike Johnson revealed that President Biden denied knowledge of an executive order he signed in January 2024, pausing new permits for liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports.
The meeting, which took place in early 2024, occurred after Johnson repeatedly requested a one-on-one discussion with Biden to address national security concerns.
Johnson stated that Biden initially denied signing the order and later claimed it was intended to authorize a study, despite its actual impact on halting LNG exports.
The executive order has been criticized for its economic and security implications, including potential job losses and increased dependence on foreign energy sources.
Johnson expressed concerns over Biden’s cognitive state, describing the encounter as alarming and raising questions about decision-making within the administration.