Former White House deputy press secretary Anita Dunn is set to appear before the House Oversight Committee in a closed-door interview as the legislative body continues its investigation into whether former President Joe Biden’s senior advisors concealed signs of mental decline. The probe has intensified following new reports suggesting that some members of Biden’s inner circle may have downplayed concerns about the ex-president’s cognitive abilities, potentially impacting his capacity to carry out presidential duties effectively.
Lawmakers have been requesting documents and statements from key White House officials to determine if there was any deliberate effort to obscure medical evaluations or intelligence that could suggest cognitive impairment. The hearing marks one of several inquiries into Biden’s mental health, which has been a focal point of political discourse since the 2020 election. Critics argue that the White House may have attempted to downplay the issue to protect the outgoing president’s public image.
As the investigation unfolds, it is expected to further fuel debate over the administration’s transparency and accountability. While Democrats have defended the White House’s actions, some members of the House Oversight Committee are calling for a more thorough examination of the alleged cover-up. The hearing is seen as a critical moment in the larger conversation about the intersection of politics and personal health in the highest levels of government.