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The Biden administration is reportedly considering a pre-emptive pardon for retired Gen. Mark Milley, citing fears that President-elect Donald Trump’s administration may pursue charges over Milley’s controversial secret communications with China.

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Gen. Milley made two undisclosed calls to Gen. Li Zuocheng of China before the 2020 election and after the Jan. 6 Capitol riot, sparking accusations of undermining former President Trump. Milley claimed the calls were necessary to calm Chinese fears of a U.S. attack.

White House discussions include pardons for other officials like Dr. Anthony Fauci and Rep. Adam Schiff.