Biden’s White House considers unprecedented preemptive pardons, raising concerns about the expansion of presidential power and potential implications for future administrations.
It looks like Biden knows just how corrupt his own team is…
At a Glance
- White House lawyers are studying preemptive pardons for allies, including Mark Milley
- Potential recipients include Dr. Anthony Fauci and officials who have angered Trump
- Concerns exist about the implications of such pardons for future administrations
- No decision has been made yet, and Biden may opt not to issue any preemptive pardons
- Historical precedent includes President Gerald Ford’s pardon of Richard Nixon
Biden’s Legal Team Explores Unprecedented Pardons
In a move that could reshape the landscape of presidential power, the Biden administration is actively considering issuing preemptive pardons to protect individuals from potential retribution by President-elect Donald Trump.
And by their own logic, it means that they’ve done something wrong…because the justice system could never be weaponized, right?
These discussions, primarily among White House attorneys with input from Biden and select aides, signal a significant shift in the use of presidential pardons, typically reserved for those already accused or convicted of specific crimes.
The consideration of preemptive pardons stems from fears that Trump may initiate baseless investigations, potentially harming reputations and finances of Biden administration officials. This unprecedented move would represent a substantial expansion of the pardon power, raising concerns about its implications for future administrations and the balance of power in Washington.
Report: White House Lawyers Studying Preemptive Pardon for Mark Milleyhttps://t.co/OQzMM5QZHI
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Potential Recipients and Historical Context
Among the potential recipients of these preemptive pardons are high-profile figures such as Dr. Anthony Fauci, former Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Mark Milley, and other Biden administration officials who have drawn Trump’s ire. The list also includes lawmakers involved in Trump’s impeachment cases and members of the January 6 committee, highlighting the politically charged nature of these considerations.
The historical precedent for such action dates back to President Gerald Ford’s pardon of Richard Nixon following the Watergate scandal. Ford justified his decision, stating it would prevent “prolonged and divisive debate over the propriety of exposing to further punishment and degradation a man who has already paid the unprecedented penalty of relinquishing the highest elective office of the United States.”
However, the current situation differs significantly, as it involves pardoning individuals who have not been charged or even formally accused of any crimes.
Not formally accused of any crimes…yet.
Critics argue that issuing preemptive pardons could set a dangerous precedent, potentially leading to similar actions by future administrations and implying that the recipients have committed questionable acts.
Which many people say they have.
We’ll have to wait and see what happens, but if the Biden administration is scared, it’s probably for good reason.
