H.R.es477 - Establishing the Select Committee on President Biden’s Cognitive Decline. (119th Congress)
Summary
H.Res.477 proposes the establishment of a Select Committee in the House of Representatives to investigate President Biden's alleged cognitive decline and any related cover-up. The resolution outlines the committee's composition, purposes, functions, and procedures, including the power to issue subpoenas and access information. The committee is tasked with reporting its findings and recommendations to the House by September 25, 2026, and will terminate 30 days after filing its final report.
Expected Effects
If passed, this resolution would create a formal mechanism for investigating the President's cognitive abilities. This could lead to public hearings, the release of information, and potentially, recommendations for corrective measures. The investigation could also further polarize the political landscape.
Potential Benefits
- Could provide transparency regarding the President's health and ability to discharge his duties.
- May lead to improvements in procedures for assessing and addressing presidential incapacity.
- Could strengthen public trust in government institutions if conducted fairly and impartially.
- Potentially identify vulnerabilities in the command, control, and communications of the Federal Government.
- May lead to a better understanding of the role of technology and foreign influence in potentially covering up information.
Potential Disadvantages
- Could be perceived as a politically motivated attack on the President.
- May further divide the country and erode trust in government.
- Could be a waste of taxpayer money if the investigation is not conducted efficiently and effectively.
- The investigation could be used to spread misinformation or propaganda.
- Could set a precedent for future investigations based on unsubstantiated claims.
Constitutional Alignment
The resolution raises constitutional questions related to the separation of powers and the 25th Amendment. While Congress has the power to investigate matters of public concern, the focus on the President's cognitive abilities could be seen as an encroachment on the executive branch. The 25th Amendment provides a specific process for addressing presidential incapacity, and this resolution could be interpreted as an attempt to circumvent that process.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).