Retired Gen. Mark Milley has expressed his gratitude to President Joe Biden for issuing him a pardon, saying the move alleviates his concerns over potential "retribution" by the incoming Trump administration.
Milley, who served as chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff during the Trump administration, has faced criticism from Trump and his allies for his role in military decisions and public statements that distanced the military from politics.
This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.
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