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Joe Biden’s last-minute pardon of Hunter Biden has set off alarm bells, and for good reason. The timing—just ahead of Donald Trump’s expected return to the Oval Office in January—reeks of desperation and political maneuvering. Now, rumors are swirling that Biden might take it a step further by preemptively pardoning high-profile allies like Dr. Anthony Fauci, Rep. Adam Schiff, Nancy Pelosi, and even Liz Cheney.
If true, this move would be nothing short of a constitutional crisis. The pardon power, as enshrined in Article II of the Constitution, was never intended to be a “get out of jail free card” for a president’s political cronies. Yet here we are, watching Biden play chess with our legal system while Americans are left wondering if justice will ever be served.
A Dangerous Precedent
The idea of proactive pardons—where individuals are absolved before charges are even filed—is a gross abuse of presidential authority. It suggests that some people are above the law simply because of their connections to the president. Let’s be clear: preemptive pardons would be nothing less than a slap in the face to every American who believes in fairness and accountability.
By issuing these pardons, Biden would essentially be admitting that these individuals might face legal repercussions under a Trump administration. For Fauci, whose handling of the pandemic has drawn immense scrutiny, or Schiff, who championed debunked claims during Trump’s impeachment hearings, a pardon would carry the implication of guilt. As for Cheney and Pelosi, it would cement the idea that loyalty to the Democratic establishment comes with immunity.
The Power of Accountability
The presidential pardon is not a magic wand for political convenience. It was designed to correct miscarriages of justice—not to preemptively shield elites from the consequences of their actions. If Biden moves forward with this plan, he would not only undermine the rule of law but also cast doubt on the legitimacy of the justice system itself.
What kind of message does this send to the American people? That if you’re politically connected, you can act with impunity? That the elite class gets one set of rules, while everyday Americans are held to another? Biden’s actions would erode trust in institutions that are already on shaky ground.
The Trump Factor
Let’s not forget who’s waiting in the wings: Donald J. Trump. If Biden believes that pardoning his allies will protect them from Trump’s justice system, he’s mistaken. A preemptive pardon does not erase the truth, nor does it eliminate public demand for accountability. In fact, it could embolden Trump’s supporters, who already believe the Biden administration has abused its power.
Why It Must Be Stopped
Congress must act swiftly to curtail this abuse of power. The founders never intended the pardon authority to be weaponized for political purposes. Legislation could place limits on preemptive pardons, ensuring they are used judiciously and in line with constitutional principles.
More importantly, Americans need to demand transparency and accountability from their leaders. We cannot allow Biden—or any president—to play judge, jury, and executioner when it comes to the rule of law.
The Bottom Line
If Biden goes through with these rumored pardons, it will mark a dark day for our republic. The presidency is not a monarchy, and the American people deserve better than a leader who uses his power to shield his friends. The message is simple: No one, not Fauci, Pelosi, Schiff, or even Liz Cheney, is above the law.
The ball is in Biden’s court, but the people are watching—and they won’t forget.
