In a surprising move, President Biden issued a series of preemptive pardons in the final moments of his presidency, including for family members, former White House advisor Dr. Anthony Fauci, General Mark Milley, and several members of the Jan. 6 committee. These pardons have sparked controversy and outrage, with critics labeling the actions as unprecedented and a tactical maneuver to protect those targeted by potential reprisals from incoming President Trump. Biden defended the pardons as necessary in light of relentless attacks from Trump and his allies.