Congressman Brendan Boyle Renews Call for President Biden to Issue Blanket Pardons for Those Targeted by Trump’s “Enemies List”

WASHINGTON, DC – With President Joe Biden entering his final week in office, Congressman Brendan F. Boyle (PA-02) renewed his call for the President to issue preemptive blanket pardons for individuals named on Donald Trump and Kash Patel’s so-called “enemies list.” Boyle initially called for these pardons on December 4, 2024.

“Donald Trump and Kash Patel have made their intentions unmistakably clear. Patel’s so-called ‘enemies list,’ brazenly published in his own book, is a blueprint for political retribution against those who stood firm in defense of our democracy and the rule of law. This is no hypothetical threat—it’s a dangerous roadmap for the abuse of power.

That’s why I’m once again calling on President Biden, in the final days of his presidency, to issue a blanket pardon for those targeted by Patel’s list. The list includes law enforcement officers, military leaders, and dedicated public servants who have worked tirelessly to protect our nation and its democratic institutions. 

Time and again, Trump has demonstrated his willingness to shatter norms and traditions to serve his own ends and punish his opponents. We need bold and decisive action to protect these public servants and uphold the integrity of our justice system. Failure to act risks allowing a culture of retribution to take root, threatening the core values of our democracy.”

###