The 2025 inauguration of Donald Trump, the instigator of the January 6th Capitol riot, marks a stark contrast to the heightened security measures of Biden’s 2021 inauguration. Many Republicans initially condemned the violence but later downplayed or denied its severity, even excusing those who assaulted police. Trump plans to pardon those charged with crimes related to the event, further highlighting the partisan divisions surrounding the attack. This anniversary underscores the ongoing political gaslighting and the fragility of American democracy.
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President-elect Trump intends to pardon individuals convicted of January 6th Capitol riot crimes, including those who assaulted police officers, upon assuming office. This includes those who pleaded guilty to assaulting police and even leaders charged with sedition. This decision stands in stark contrast to the initial bipartisan condemnation of the violence, with numerous Republican senators denouncing the actions at the time. The scale of potential pardons—potentially encompassing hundreds or even thousands—is unprecedented and raises serious concerns.
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Following President Trump’s threat to imprison members of the January 6th Committee, including Adam Kinzinger, Kinzinger defiantly responded, rejecting intimidation and asserting the committee’s commitment to uncovering the truth about the Capitol riot. He characterized the hearings as revealing a planned assault on democracy orchestrated and supported by Trump himself, contrasting the committee’s defense of democracy with Trump’s betrayal of it. Kinzinger expressed pride in his actions and confidence that history will judge Trump negatively. Trump, conversely, vowed to release those imprisoned for their involvement in the riot.
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President Trump has outlined a sweeping agenda for his first day in office, including actions to overturn criminal cases against him, pardon Capitol riot participants, dismantle the federal workforce, impose tariffs on imported goods, roll back protections for transgender students, increase fossil fuel production, negotiate a peace deal between Russia and Ukraine, and initiate mass deportations of undocumented immigrants. These plans, while ambitious, face varying levels of feasibility and legal challenges. Some actions, like firing special counsel Jack Smith, are within his immediate power, while others, like mass deportations, require significant logistical and international cooperation. Trump’s agenda reflects his desire to reverse policies enacted by the Biden administration and implement his signature policies, signaling a sharp shift in direction for the country.
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Zachary Alam, a participant in the January 6th Capitol riot, was sentenced to eight years in prison for his role in the attack, a sentence among the longest handed down in connection with the event. Alam, who had been the subject of conspiracy theories suggesting he was an undercover law enforcement operative, was convicted of eight felonies and several misdemeanors for his actions, including assaulting officers and smashing windows. Despite acknowledging his actions were illegal, Alam maintained that his actions were justified, echoing former President Trump’s false claims about the 2020 election. Federal prosecutors argued for a longer sentence, citing Alam’s violent and aggressive behavior during the riot, while Alam’s lawyer argued for a shorter sentence, emphasizing his mental health challenges. The judge, a Trump appointee, ultimately rejected Alam’s claims and sentenced him to prison, calling his actions “delusional” and not those of a patriot.
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Special counsel Jack Smith’s request to pause the criminal case against former President Donald Trump in order to assess an “unprecedented circumstance” has sparked a firestorm of reactions. The move, while seemingly intended to ensure a fair and thorough investigation, has been met with a mix of outrage, resignation, and even a touch of morbid humor.
Many critics see Smith’s request as a sign of weakness, a capitulation to Trump’s penchant for manipulating the legal system to his advantage. They argue that the case should proceed without delay, that any pause only emboldens Trump and his allies. They point to the numerous allegations against Trump, including his alleged involvement in the January 6th Capitol riot and his handling of classified documents, as evidence that a swift resolution is necessary.… Continue reading
I can’t help but feel a sense of relief knowing that a judge has finally agreed to unseal additional filings from the Jan. 6 case, especially as Trump signals a challenge. The timing of this decision seems inconvenient for Trump, given that his lawyers have delayed proceedings for so long. It’s puzzling to think that there is still information that we, as voters, don’t know about what transpired on that fateful day.
Looking at the bigger picture, it’s clear that the general interest of the nation in getting to the bottom of how January 6th was planned outweighs any potential personal damage to Trump or his campaign.… Continue reading
Trump’s response when he learned Pence’s life was in danger on January 6th: “So what?” These three words encapsulate the essence of who Donald Trump is as a person and as a leader. The sheer lack of regard for another human being, especially someone who held the position of Vice President of the United States, speaks volumes about his character. It is truly alarming to think that someone in such a powerful position could be so callous and indifferent to the well-being of others.
The events that unfolded on that fateful day in January revealed the true nature of Trump’s presidency.… Continue reading
It’s absolutely mind-boggling that former President Donald Trump could be so callous and indifferent to the safety of his own vice president, Mike Pence. Learning that Trump responded with a dismissive “so what” when informed that Pence had been rushed to safety during the Capitol riots is not only shocking but deeply troubling. It speaks volumes about Trump’s character, or lack thereof.
The fact that Trump seemed unfazed by the danger his own vice president was in is a stark reminder of his selfishness and disregard for anyone but himself. It’s horrifying to think that he would have been perfectly fine with Pence being harmed or even killed that day.… Continue reading
Here we have a story that showcases a prominent physician, someone who has spent over a decade in post-secondary education, only to throw it all away in a moment of blind loyalty to a man who doesn’t care about her or America. The physician in question was sentenced to 9 months in prison for assaulting a police officer during the Capitol riot. It’s truly mind-boggling to think about how someone who has dedicated their life to healing and caring for others could resort to such violent and seditious behavior.
The fact that this physician, at the age of 64, joined the insurrection and physically attacked a police officer is both shocking and deeply troubling.… Continue reading
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Matt Underwood