Mon Jan 20 12:20:00 UTC 2025: ## Biden Pardons Milley, Fauci, and January 6 Committee Members in Farewell Gesture
**Washington, D.C.** – In a surprise move before leaving office, President Joe Biden issued full pardons to General Mark Milley, Dr. Anthony Fauci, and all members of Congress who served on the committee investigating the January 6th, 2021 attack on the Capitol. The pardons, announced late Monday, preempt what President-elect Donald Trump had promised would be retribution against those he perceived as opposing him during his first term.
In a statement, President Biden defended the actions of the pardoned individuals, stating, “Our nation relies on dedicated, selfless public servants every day. They are the lifeblood of our democracy.” He further highlighted the “alarming” level of threats and intimidation these individuals faced for performing their duties.
The move is widely seen as a strong rebuke of President-elect Trump’s rhetoric and a final act of protection for individuals who played key roles in the previous administration’s response to the January 6th events. The pardons are expected to further intensify the political divide as the country prepares for the upcoming Trump administration.
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