H.R.es448 - Establishing the Select Committee to Investigate the Cover-Up of President Joseph Robinette Biden, Jr.’s Cognitive and Physical Health Decline. (119th Congress)
Summary
H.Res.448 proposes establishing a Select Committee to investigate alleged cover-ups related to President Biden's cognitive and physical health. The committee would examine potential concealment of information from the public, the role of various individuals and media outlets, and related issues such as the use of autopen and the handling of classified documents. The committee is granted investigative powers, including the ability to issue subpoenas and hold hearings, and is required to submit a final report by December 31, 2025.
Expected Effects
If passed, this resolution would lead to the creation of a House Select Committee with broad investigative powers. The committee's findings could potentially lead to further investigations, impeachment proceedings, or legislative action. The investigation itself could significantly impact public perception of President Biden and his administration.
Potential Benefits
- Could uncover previously unknown information regarding the President's health and decision-making abilities.
- May increase transparency and accountability within the Executive Branch.
- Could lead to policy recommendations to improve the handling of classified information.
- Could provide a platform for whistleblowers to come forward.
- May deter future administrations from concealing information from the public.
Potential Disadvantages
- The investigation could be perceived as politically motivated and partisan, further polarizing the political landscape.
- The cost of the investigation could be significant, diverting resources from other priorities.
- The investigation could be used to harass and intimidate political opponents.
- The focus on the President's health could be seen as an invasion of privacy.
- The investigation could damage the reputation of the United States on the world stage.
Constitutional Alignment
The resolution's alignment with the Constitution is complex. Congress has broad authority to conduct investigations under Article I, Section 1, which grants legislative powers. However, the scope of the investigation and the potential for abuse of power raise concerns about due process and the separation of powers. The First Amendment's guarantee of freedom of the press could also be implicated if the investigation targets media outlets for their reporting.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
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