Anthony Fauci’s Pardon Undermines Trust in Science and Democracy Amid Covid Scandal

On his final day in office, President Joe Biden’s preemptive pardon of Dr. Anthony Fauci, a central figure in the Covid-19 pandemic’s scientific controversies, raises serious concerns about political protectionism and scientific integrity. Fauci’s role in stifling debate over the origins of the virus, particularly the lab leak theory, and his involvement in controversial research funding, has shaken public trust in both science and government. The pardon, viewed by many as a defense of elite interests over accountability, tarnishes Biden’s legacy and fuels further distrust in the system.