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In one of his final acts as president, Joe Biden issued a preemptive pardon to Dr. Anthony Fauci, shielding him from potential legal action under the incoming Trump administration.
This move has sparked controversy, with some questioning whether the pardon implies Fauci’s criminal negligence in handling the COVID-19 response. Critics argue that the pardon might suggest an admission of wrongdoing, despite Biden’s assertion that it was not an acknowledgment of any misconduct.
Alongside Fauci, Biden also extended pardons to prominent Trump critics like Representatives Adam Schiff and Liz Cheney, who served on the January 6 Committee, indicating a broad protective measure against possible political retribution. Additionally, Biden pardoned members of his extended family, including his siblings James and Francis Biden, his sister Valerie Biden Owens, and their spouses, amidst allegations of financial impropriety.
The decision to issue these pardons has been viewed by some as an unprecedented use of executive clemency, potentially setting a new norm where outgoing presidents protect allies from future legal challenges. The timing and scope of the pardons have led to intense public and legal scrutiny, with many debating the implications for the rule of law and political accountability.
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