Biden Pardons Fauci, Milley, Liz Cheney, and Jan. 6 Committee to Shield from Trump's Retribution

Jan 20, 2025, 12:28 PM

President Joe Biden, in his final hours in office on January 20, issued preemptive pardons for General Mark Milley, Dr. Anthony Fauci, members of Congress including Liz Cheney and staff who served on the January 6th Select Committee, as well as U.S. Capitol and D.C. Metropolitan police officers who testified before the committee. The White House stated that these pardons are intended to protect these public servants from potential politically motivated prosecutions by the incoming administration of President Donald Trump. Biden emphasized that the pardons are not an acknowledgment of any wrongdoing, stating, "These public servants have served our nation with honor and distinction and do not deserve to be the targets of unjustified and politically motivated prosecutions." He cited "ongoing threats and intimidation" against them. The move reflects concerns that the individuals could face retribution under the new administration for their roles in events such as the COVID-19 response and the investigation into the January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol.