Democratic Sen.-elect Adam Schiff of California has rejected a pre-emptive pardon proposal reportedly being considered by President Joe Biden's aides.
Schiff made the comment Monday when asked about that possibility by KNBC television.
“That way, I think the public tends to feel like they are not obligated to the law because the outgoing president will be granting pardons in the future.”
“I don't think that's a good idea, and I urge the president not to do that,” Schiff said.
“First of all, I think it's unnecessary, but I also think it's unwise. I don't want to see a precedent where a president starts issuing blanket pardons to people in his own party or in his administration right before he leaves office.” he added.
“Then I think the public would be more likely to think that they are not obligated to the law because the outgoing president will be granting pardons in the future,” Schiff concluded. “So I think this is an unwise policy, and I urge the president not to go down that path.”
Some wondered if Mr. Schiff was seeking a pardon. with steps On Friday, he resigned from his position as a member of the California House of Representatives, effective immediately. Then, Politico reported, Biden's senior aides granted pardons to people already targeted by the incoming Trump administration, including Schiff, former Wyoming Rep. Liz Cheney, and Anthony Fauci. They say they are debating whether or not to do so.
Biden granted a sweeping pardon to his son, Hunter Biden, on firearms and tax evasion charges, but critics say the order includes a longer term than necessary and will last much longer than expected. He pointed out that it was widespread.
Schiff's comments to KNBC are as follows: seen on video on social media.
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