House Administration Committee Chairman Bryan Steil (R-WI) has taken a bold step in his investigation into President Joe Biden’s executive order, often referred to as “Bidenbucks,” by issuing subpoenas to five high-ranking administration officials. These subpoenas demand that the officials provide sworn depositions after their agencies failed to comply with earlier requests for information on how the order is being implemented.
President Biden’s Executive Order 14019 directs federal agencies to promote voter registration and participation, a move that has drawn sharp criticism from conservatives who fear it could lead to election manipulation. The term “Bidenbucks” is a nod to “Zuckerbucks,” the $400 million that Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg allegedly funneled through nonprofits to influence the 2020 election in favor of Democrats.
The subpoenas were sent to officials from the Departments of Labor, Housing and Urban Development, Health and Human Services, Justice, and Agriculture. These agencies were previously asked to provide documents detailing their strategic plans to implement Biden’s executive order, but they did not comply with the June subpoenas.
Steil has been vocal about the need for transparency, stating, “Americans deserve transparency and trust in their elections.” He emphasized that the Biden administration’s refusal to cooperate raises serious questions about the use of federal resources to influence voter turnout.
As the 2024 election draws near, Steil and other Republicans in the House are pushing to ensure that federal agencies are not being used to sway the outcome in favor of one party. The investigation into “Bidenbucks” is seen as crucial to maintaining the integrity of the electoral process and ensuring that all Americans can trust in the fairness of the upcoming election.
Steil’s subpoenas signal a determination to hold the Biden administration accountable and to prevent any potential misuse of federal power in the electoral process. This move is part of a broader effort by conservatives to protect the sanctity of the vote and ensure that elections remain free from undue influence.
