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As DeSantis indicated, the political landscape could shift dramatically depending on how various state administrations decide to tackle the issue. While the president’s pardon aimed to shield Fauci, it may have inadvertently motivated states to explore their own legal avenues against him. The change in legal landscape thus presents unique opportunities for accountability, especially in states where political affiliation or public sentiment is less favorable towards Fauci.
DeSantis believes that various states could pivot towards a more rigorous examination of Fauci's actions, facilitated by the new leadership in Florida’s attorney general's office, which may be more inclined to question the rationale behind federal protections for Fauci.