Liz Cheney and Dr. Anthony Fauci are among a limited list of presidential pardon recipients, a gesture aides to Biden say is meant to blunt any act of vengeance by Trump or members of his incoming administration. However, legal observers quickly noted that the distinguished designations would not prevent either Trump foe from having to answer questions under oath.

If they wish, U.S. House or Senate Republicans may subpoena Cheney, Fauci, Hunter Biden, or anyone else they believe could shed light on potential transgressions by the Biden-Harris administration. It’s uncertain if GOP lawmakers plan to continue their investigations into the Biden family and its business dealings, but if they do, the aforementioned few would likely be included on a congressional witness list.

Jesse Binnall, a federal litigation attorney, first noted that Biden’s pardons will not protect Cheney or Fauci if they lie under oath. Put another way, the pardons represent “great news” for those looking to see both individuals prosecuted.