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Now, speculation is mounting that Biden may extend his pardon pen even further in his final days, targeting political allies and figures who could face scrutiny under a future Trump Department of Justice.
President-elect Donald Trump has already announced his intention to nominate Kash Patel, a former White House intelligence staffer, as FBI director. This move has reportedly rattled the Biden administration, which fears a potential crackdown on allies by the incoming Trump team.
In response, White House officials are reportedly exploring blanket pardons for individuals they believe could be in legal jeopardy. Names under consideration include Dr. Anthony Fauci, RINO Rep. Liz Cheney, former Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Mark Milley, and U.S. Senator-elect Adam Schiff.
A Democratic source told Politico that the potential pardon recipients are unaware of the discussions. “The beneficiaries know nothing,” the source said.
White House counsel Ed Siskel and Chief of Staff Jeff Zients are reportedly finalizing the details of what some are calling a “pardon scheme.”
While some Congressional Democrats support the idea, others are wary of the optics. Representative Brendan Boyle (D-PA) cited Kash Patel’s nomination as a major concern, urging Biden to act decisively.
“By choosing Kash Patel as his FBI Director, Trump has made it clear that he is more focused on settling personal scores than on protecting the American people or upholding the rule of law,” Boyle said. “These patriots shouldn’t have to live in fear of political retribution for doing what’s right. That’s why I’m urging President Biden to issue a blanket pardon for anyone unjustly targeted by this vindictive scheme.”
However, not all Democrats agree. U.S. Senator-elect Adam Schiff, one of the potential pardon recipients, dismissed the need for such an action. “I would urge the president not to do that,” Schiff said. “I think it would seem defensive and unnecessary.”
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Dr. Anthony Fauci, a central figure in the U.S. pandemic response, remains under scrutiny. U.S. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) recently referred Fauci to the Justice Department for allegedly lying under oath about funding gain-of-function research.
Republicans argue that any mass pardons would further tarnish the Biden administration’s legacy, suggesting that such actions imply guilt among recipients.
As Biden’s presidency nears its conclusion, his potential use of pardons threatens to deepen political divides. Republicans see it as an attempt to shield allies, while some Democrats fear the backlash could harm their party’s credibility.
Whether these pardons come to fruition or remain a political rumor, one thing is clear: Biden’s final days in office are shaping up to be anything but quiet.
