In a recent appearance on Fox Business’ Mornings With Maria, U.S. Representative Brandon Gill (R-TX) called for former Vice President Kamala Harris to be subpoenaed by the House Oversight Committee as part of its investigation into former President Joe Biden’s cognitive decline.
The Texas Republican’s remarks come as the committee delves into allegations regarding Biden’s mental fitness and the alleged cover-up surrounding his health, particularly regarding the perception of his cognitive abilities during public appearances.
The discussion was sparked by testimony from former White House spokesman Ian Sams, who appeared before the committee and revealed that, during his two years of service, he had met with former President Biden on only two occasions, with one additional virtual meeting and one phone call.
This disclosure raised significant questions about the level of engagement between President Biden and his closest advisors, particularly regarding how much they truly knew about his mental and cognitive health.
Sams’ testimony indicated a stark contrast between the public portrayal of Biden's health and the reality behind the scenes, leading to widespread concern about whether the American people were being misled.
The testimony highlighted a growing sense of skepticism surrounding Biden’s leadership and raised questions about who was actually in charge of critical decisions in the White House.
Host Cheryl Casone opened the segment by discussing Sams’ testimony, noting that it included a revealing comment from Chairman James Comer of the House Oversight Committee.
Comer had hinted that a subpoena might be issued for Kamala Harris, suggesting that her testimony could be critical in understanding the extent of Biden's cognitive issues.
Harris, as the vice president, would have been in close proximity to Biden during his time in office, making her testimony potentially crucial in unearthing the truth about what officials knew regarding his mental state.
Rep. Gill, who serves on the Oversight Committee, shared his thoughts on the testimony and the potential subpoena of Harris. He expressed strong dissatisfaction with the way the Biden administration and its allies have handled the issue of Biden’s cognitive decline.
According to Gill, many individuals within the administration and media outlets, who portrayed themselves as close to the president, failed to accurately address or even acknowledge the public’s concerns about Biden’s mental fitness.
“I want to get your reaction to all of this. You serve on oversight, so I certainly want to get first and foremost your take on that?” Casone asked Gill, probing his thoughts on the ongoing investigation and the potential role Harris could play in uncovering the truth.
Rep. Gill responded by pointing to the visible signs of Biden’s cognitive decline, which have been evident during his public appearances and debates. "Listen, these are the people who portrayed themselves as being in the know.
Whenever all the American people watched Joe Biden on TV, we could see his cognitive decline. We saw his debate performance. We could see his eyes glazing over whenever reporters were asking him questions," Gill said.
The congressman’s comments reflect a growing sentiment among conservatives that the mainstream media and Biden’s inner circle have downplayed concerns about his cognitive state.
Gill expressed frustration with the idea that those closest to Biden—his advisers, family, and the media—actively worked to conceal or dismiss the obvious signs of decline, despite the public's clear observations.
“And yet the people who should have been around him, who portrayed themselves as knowing Biden’s actual mental state, actually had no clue what they were talking about, and instead lied to the American people and said what you’re seeing isn’t the case. I know that he is totally fine whenever they had no clue.”
Gill’s criticism extended not only to the Biden administration but also to left-wing legacy media, which he accused of failing to investigate the president’s mental health properly.
He argued that the media’s role in perpetuating the narrative that Biden was mentally fit, despite mounting evidence to the contrary, has only added to the public distrust.
“It’s an indictment of the Biden administration and the people around him, but it’s also an indictment of Left-wing legacy media, who didn’t ask anybody if they had any evidence that Biden was actually as mentally acute as some of the people ostensibly around him were portraying it,” Gill added.
This broader critique of media bias and the political establishment aligns with the Republican Party’s ongoing investigation into President Biden’s cognitive health, which has become a central focus of several GOP lawmakers.
The growing concern over Biden’s ability to govern has sparked a political battle over the future direction of the White House and the question of whether he is capable of fulfilling the duties of the presidency in the long term.
During the interview, Casone pushed Gill further on whether he would advocate for Kamala Harris to be subpoenaed as part of the Oversight Committee’s investigation into Biden’s mental state.
“Are you going to subpoena Kamala Harris?” she asked, pointing out that the vice president’s testimony could be vital to understanding the full scope of the administration’s awareness of Biden’s condition.
“I would like to see Kamala Harris subpoenaed,” Gill responded without hesitation. “I think that she should have been close to Joe Biden more than most people, and I think she’s got a lot to answer for as well.”
The call for Harris to testify reflects the growing pressure on the vice president to answer questions about her role in the administration, especially concerning Biden’s health.
As Biden’s running mate and a key member of his administration, Harris would have had access to the president on a regular basis. This makes her potential testimony especially valuable in determining whether she, too, was aware of Biden’s cognitive decline and whether she was involved in any efforts to conceal or downplay these issues.
Republicans, particularly those on the Oversight Committee, have made it clear that they are committed to investigating not only the cognitive health of the president but also the actions of those around him.
This includes Harris, who has remained largely silent on questions surrounding Biden’s mental fitness, despite her prominent role in the administration.
By subpoenaing Harris, Republicans aim to gain clarity on what the vice president knew about the president’s health and whether she played any part in decisions regarding his public appearances and the handling of his condition.
The political implications of such an investigation are significant. The scrutiny of Kamala Harris could have far-reaching consequences, particularly as the 2024 presidential election approaches.
With Biden’s age and health becoming more prominent issues in the upcoming election cycle, any revelations from Harris’s testimony could affect not only her own political future but also the Democratic Party’s chances of retaining the White House.
For now, the investigation into President Biden’s cognitive decline and the potential subpoena of Kamala Harris are set to remain key issues in the political landscape.
The GOP’s efforts to uncover the truth about Biden’s health will likely continue to intensify, with more witnesses and documents expected to come under scrutiny in the months ahead.
Whether or not Kamala Harris will be subpoenaed by the House Oversight Committee remains to be seen, but the calls for her testimony underscore the deepening divisions between Republicans and Democrats over the handling of the president’s health.
With a critical election year on the horizon, the political stakes could not be higher. As the investigation progresses, both parties will be closely watching the outcome, as it could shape the future of American politics in profound ways.
