Biden’s recent pardons have ignited backlash from both Democrats and Republicans, raising questions about political motives and legality.
Washington: Biden’s last-minute pardons are causing quite a stir. He pardoned family members and some folks involved in the January 6 Capitol attack investigation. It’s a real hot topic right now.
Senator Eric Schmitt from Missouri didn’t hold back, saying Biden is just bulldozing through norms and the Constitution. He even called Biden one of the worst presidents ever. Ouch!
Biden defended his actions, saying these pardons don’t mean anyone did anything wrong. He’s worried about potential revenge from Trump and his supporters. It’s all about protecting his family, he claims.
Fauci, who also got a pardon, said he faced politically motivated threats. He insists he hasn’t done anything wrong. Milley thanked Biden too, saying he doesn’t want to spend his time fighting back against unjust attacks.
Some members of Congress who testified during the January 6 hearings also received pardons. Michael Fanone, a former DC police officer, said it’s about keeping him and his family safe from a “vengeful party.”
But not everyone is happy. Rachel Vindman, whose husband testified against Trump, felt betrayed that her family didn’t get a pardon. She expressed her hurt on social media.
Biden’s pardons came just before he left office, and many are comparing them to the pardons Trump is expected to hand out. It’s a wild political game.
Some committee members said they didn’t need pardons because they did nothing wrong. They thanked Biden but emphasized they were upholding the law, not breaking it.
Still, there are concerns about the legality of these preemptive pardons. Some worry it could set a precedent for future presidents to misuse this power.
Even some Democrats are uneasy about Biden’s broad pardons, fearing it could hurt his legacy. It’s a messy situation, and many are left scratching their heads.
As one former aide put it, “Everyone looks stupid.” It’s a tough spot for the Democrats, especially with the upcoming elections.
