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Biden pardons Fauci and Milley in an extraordinary use of presidential power

SUMMARY

President Joe Biden has pardoned Dr. Anthony Fauci, retired Gen. Mark Milley, and members of the House committee investigating the Jan. 6 Capitol attack. This move aims to protect against potential retaliation from Donald Trump's incoming administration. Trump has hinted at creating an enemies list targeting those who opposed him.

Biden stated, “The issuance of these pardons should not be mistaken as an acknowledgment that any individual engaged in any wrongdoing."

While granting clemency is customary for outgoing presidents, Biden's actions mark an unprecedented use of this power to pardon individuals who have not been investigated or accused of crimes.


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