Trump replaces Biden's portrait with autopen image in White House exhibit

In the United States, a new exhibit titled 'Presidential Walk of Fame' was unveiled at the White House on September 24, 2025. This exhibit features a series of black-and-white portraits of U.S. presidents, but notably excludes former President Joe Biden, replacing his spot with a zoomed-in image of an autopen that has been associated with his presidency. The inclusion of the autopen image is an emblematic move by former President Donald Trump, who has vocally accused Biden of using the device to sign important documents without being fully aware of them. Trump has suggested that such use undermines the legitimacy of Biden's actions while in office. Former President Trump has long expressed skepticism regarding the cognitive capabilities of his predecessor, asserting that Biden lacks awareness and control over his signing of pardons and major orders due to the alleged frequent use of the autopen. In response to Trump’s claims, Biden has staunchly defended his presidency, stating that he made all decisions regarding pardons and other executive actions personally. He characterized Trump’s allegations as not only false but also indicative of Trump’s attempts to delegitimize his presidency. The 'Walk of Fame' addition comes amid broader criticism from Trump, who has instructed aides to investigate Biden's use of the autopen, which replicates the president's signature on various documents, including pardons for felons. The controversy has led Trump to seek invalidation of the pardons Biden issued, claiming they were not authorized by him but rather executed by his staff using the autopen. Biden has reiterated that his decisions were made with the utmost awareness and during his capacity as the president, countering Trump's narrative that seeks to cast doubt on his mental fitness and capacity. The unveiling of the exhibit has reignited public discourse about the legitimacy of Biden's actions and sparked debates over the significance of presidential portraits and legacies. Reportedly, portraits of past presidents Barack Obama and George W. Bush have also faced positioning changes in the exhibit to accommodate Trump’s portraits and the new autopen display, leading to speculation about the ongoing tensions and rivalries among former U.S. presidents. As the exhibit was announced, Trump had expressed that the portrayals would not treat all presidents equally, hinting at the political climate of division and rivalry that has been a hallmark of the contemporary political landscape in the United States.