Summary
Jeff Zients, a former chief of staff for President Joe Biden, told congressional investigators that Biden experienced memory challenges and needed more meetings to make decisions during the last years of his presidency. Zients also mentioned efforts to manage Biden's schedule for more rest and family time. Hunter Biden was involved in discussions about presidential pardons towards the end of Biden's term.
Key Facts
- Jeff Zients, Biden's former chief of staff, said Biden had trouble remembering names and dates, affecting his decision-making.
- Zients noted Biden asked for more meetings as his presidency progressed.
- Former First Lady Jill Biden suggested changes to Biden's schedule to ensure he got more rest.
- Zients confirmed Hunter Biden was involved in discussions about presidential pardons.
- Zients did not authorize the use of the president's signature via autopen; an aide sent the authorization on his behalf.
- Zients's interview was the last scheduled by the GOP-led House Oversight Committee investigating Biden's presidency.
- Several former senior officials who supported Biden's fitness later rarely met with him, relying on a small group to inform their statements.
