President Joe Biden on Monday pardoned Dr. Anthony Fauci, retired Gen. Mark Milley and members of the House committee that investigated the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol, in an extraordinary use of the powers of the presidency in his final hours to guard against potential “revenge” by the incoming Trump administration.

It's important to note that these pardons are preemptive, meaning they were issued before any charges were filed, and do not imply that the individuals committed any crimes. This move underscores the deep political divisions in the country and highlights concerns about the potential use of the justice system for political retribution.