On November 28, 2025, former President Donald Trump declared via a post on Truth Social that he intends to cancel all executive orders and other documents signed by President Joe Biden with an autopen, a device that replicates signatures. Trump claimed that around 92% of Biden's documents were executed using this technology, which he argued should not be utilized without explicit presidential approval.

Trump characterized Biden's use of the autopen as illegitimate, suggesting it undermines the authority of the presidency and alleging that it reflects on Biden's cognitive abilities. He threatened legal repercussions for Biden if he were to assert involvement in the autopen process, stating that such a claim could constitute perjury. This narrative has been echoed by Republican figures, including House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer, who have questioned Biden's decision-making capabilities.

Biden's former aides have countered Trump's assertions, maintaining that decisions were made by the president's staff and not solely through the autopen process. The exact number of documents signed by Biden using the autopen remains unclear, although it is known that he signed a total of 162 executive orders during his presidency. The use of autopens by U.S. presidents is not a new practice; previous administrations, including Trump's, have utilized this technology for signing documents remotely.

Trump's claims have raised questions about the legality and implications of nullifying Biden's executive actions. Legal opinions from past administrations have indicated that a president does not need to physically sign a document to fulfill constitutional requirements. Furthermore, a 2005 review by the Justice Department affirmed the legality of using autopens for signing bills into law.

Despite the ongoing controversy, Biden has publicly refuted allegations of any wrongdoing, asserting that he made all significant decisions during his presidency. The discourse surrounding Trump's claims highlights broader concerns regarding executive authority and the potential consequences of politicizing the mechanisms of governance.