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White House Unveils Presidential Gallery With Biden Slot Replaced by Autopen Signature

The installation serves as a political message advancing GOP autopen allegations that Biden publicly rejects.

Overview

  • Official photos released Sept. 24 show a new display of 47 presidents in the West Wing colonnade leading to the Oval Office, visible from the Rose Garden.
  • The space for Joe Biden features an image of his autopen-produced signature in place of a traditional photographic portrait.
  • White House aide Margo Martin posted photos and a video of the gallery that include President Trump viewing the installation.
  • Trump ordered an investigation in June into alleged autopen use during Biden’s presidency, while Republicans link the claim to questions about fitness and Biden insists he made the decisions.
  • The gold-framed, black-and-white gallery forms part of broader Trump-era decor projects, including plans for a large East Wing ballroom.