He was glad he didn't have to lawyer up.Kelso makes it so easy.
Yes, President Joe Biden granted a preemptive pardon to retired General Mark Milley on the last day of his presidency. This pardon was intended to protect Milley from any potential retribution or legal actions that might be taken by former President Donald Trump1.
Milley expressed his gratitude for the pardon, stating that he did not want to spend his remaining years fighting against perceived injustices.
apnews.com
He can still be court marshaled