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Biden Weighs Preemptive Pardons for Fauci, Schiff, Cheney, January 6 Committee Members Before Trump Takes Office

Dec 4, 2024, 11:05 PM

Senior aides within the Biden administration are reportedly debating the issuance of preemptive pardons for current and former officials, including Dr. Anthony Fauci, Representative Adam Schiff, former Representative Liz Cheney, and members of the January 6th Committee. According to multiple reports, including Politico, the discussions stem from concerns that these individuals, along with figures like Special Counsel Jack Smith and Attorney General Merrick Garland, could be targeted for prosecution by the incoming Trump administration. The deliberations, led by White House Counsel Ed Siskel and Chief of Staff Jeff Zients, reflect deep concerns among Biden's aides over potential politically motivated investigations. There is also speculation that President Biden himself and his son Hunter could be included in the list of pardons. The consideration of such preemptive pardons marks an extraordinary step as President Biden's term nears its end.