Perry expressed his concerns in an interview with Fox News Digital, following the release of Special Counsel Robert Hur's report. The report described Biden as an "elderly man with a poor memory." Perry argued that Biden should never have been President and questioned whether he is making decisions himself or if others are influencing him. Perry, who is up for re-election in Pennsylvania's 10th District, attended the NRA's Great American Outdoor Show, where former President Donald Trump delivered a keynote address.
The special counsel's report, released on Thursday, concluded that no criminal charges were warranted against Biden regarding his possession of classified documents. Despite this, Perry maintained that Biden is not mentally competent or capable of serving as President and commander of the armed forces. He called for further investigation into the allegations against Biden to determine whether he is a criminal or not. Perry emphasized the importance of cooperation from the Biden administration and government agencies to allow Congress to fulfill its oversight role.
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Biden held a press conference in which he defended his mental state, stating that his memory is fine. However, critics pointed to a recent gaffe where Biden confused Egyptian President Abdel Fatah El-Sisi with the president of Mexico. Some have called for the invocation of the 25th Amendment, which outlines the presidential order of succession in the event of a commander-in-chief being unable to fulfill their duties.
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In response to Perry's criticisms, the White House released a memo titled "We don't blame Republican officials for their desperation to forget the Biden presidency." The memo highlighted Biden's successes as President, including securing the release of hostages taken by Hamas. It also mentioned previous praise from Republicans and Democrats regarding Biden's mental sharpness.
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Perry argued that Republicans should not only talk about the erosion of rights but also take action to address it. He emphasized the power of the purse held by Congress and the need to ensure that policies going awry are not funded. Perry expressed frustration with the lack of action from Republican lawmakers and candidates, stating that conservative voters are tired of hearing "lip service" without seeing results.
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Perry has been a long-time ally of former President Trump and has faced scrutiny from the Department of Justice, including the seizure of his phone in 2022. He serves on various committees, including the Committee on Foreign Affairs and the House Oversight and Accountability Committee. Perry is a staunch supporter of the Second Amendment and believes in the importance of preserving constitutional rights.
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As he faces re-election in Pennsylvania's 10th District, Perry highlighted the concerns of his constituents regarding economic vitality and immigration under the Biden administration. He mentioned the impact of random crime and drug cartels on communities and the need for border security. Perry expressed confidence in Trump's ability to win Pennsylvania and the rest of the country, stating that the former president will likely spend a significant amount of time in the battleground state.
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Overall, Perry's criticisms of President Biden's mental competence and calls for further investigation into allegations against him reflect the concerns of some Republicans. Perry emphasized the need for action from Republican lawmakers and candidates to address issues such as the erosion of rights and border security. As he seeks re-election, Perry is focusing on the concerns of his constituents regarding economic vitality and immigration.
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