Biden Pardons For Cheney, Fauci,
In a concluding act of clemency intended to safeguard associates from possible repercussions by President-elect Donald Trump, President Joe Biden extended pardons to a select few, notably former Wyoming Republican congresswoman Liz Cheney and Dr. Anthony Fauci. According to Biden’s team, these pardons were designed to protect these individuals from any potential retribution that might arise from Trump or his forthcoming administration.
Nonetheless, legal experts promptly highlighted that these pardons would not exempt Cheney or Fauci from being compelled to testify under oath if they were subpoenaed. Federal litigation attorney Jesse Binnall pointed out that the pardons would not absolve them of legal repercussions should they provide false testimony, particularly if called upon by a Congress led by the GOP. He indicated that in fact, the pardons could be interpreted as encouraging news for those advocating for the prosecution of either individual.
