North Texas News

Washington, D.C. - Congressman Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (R-TX), Chairman of the Rules Committee, appeared on FOX News' "The Faulkner Focus" to discuss concerns regarding President Biden's cognitive health and its implications for national security.

Addressing allegations of a White House coverup and subpoenas issued by Chairman Comer, Burgess stated: "You knew it, I knew it, we saw it with our own eyes. We were told repeatedly by the White House personnel that 'no there was no problem. It was an off day, it was an off night.' The fact of the matter is, it's the old Watergate question, what did you know and when did you know it."

When questioned about President Biden's competency for re-election and his current role as President, Burgess commented: "I watched the debate. I was, like everyone else, just as an American... I was startled by what I saw. What I saw... is what our friend and foe alike saw. And trust me even your friends will take advantage of you if they think the opportunity is there."

Burgess further elaborated on his observations during the debate: "This was the person that we saw on the debate stage that night, who for 90 minutes was not capable of executing the briefest of functions... As an American, I was... worried is not the right word. Who is running the show? Who is responsible for day-to-day decisions?"

He also addressed potential actions from Democrats: "From the Democrats' perspective... Joe Biden got the most votes. He is their nominee. If you truly believe in democracy... I don't see how you replace him."

Regarding shifting dynamics at the White House and rising suspicions about internal affairs, Burgess remarked: "Well it doesn't help, does it? Which is why Chairman Comer is asking for these employees to come in and help give us a full picture of what is the day-to-day experience in the White House actually like."

Burgess criticized recent actions by White House officials: "It is unfortunate that the Press Secretary chose that moment to mislead... There have been signs and symptoms of this problem that have been readily apparent for quite some time." He called for more transparency from President Biden: "Come do frequent unscripted press conferences... Show us that you've got the mental acuity to go one-on-one."

In conclusion, Burgess emphasized Congress's oversight responsibilities: "The Press corp plays a vital role in this as does Congress. We have our oversight responsibility. Chairman Comer is exactly right to ask these people to come talk with us."

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