Jan 6th Pardons

Trump Pardoned Jan. 6 Defendant Rearrested on Gun Charge

Trump freed a Jan. 6 defendant charged with assaulting police. This individual, a two-time convicted felon with a history of violence, had been involved in throwing an explosive device into a Capitol tunnel filled with law enforcement officers. His release, part of a broader pardon granted by Trump, understandably sparked controversy and raised questions about the process and its implications.

The Department of Justice (DOJ), however, seemingly had a different perspective on this defendant’s freedom. Almost immediately following his release on the Jan. 6 charges, the DOJ acted swiftly and decisively. They re-arrested him. The basis for the re-arrest? A separate, unrelated felony gun charge.… Continue reading

Vance Opposes Pardons for Violent January 6th Rioters

Incoming Vice President Vance supports pardons for peaceful Jan. 6 protestors unjustly prosecuted, excluding those who committed violence. President-elect Trump also intends to issue pardons swiftly, with some exceptions for extreme actions, despite previously minimizing the riot’s severity. However, this stance contrasts sharply with concerns raised by judges, such as Judge Mehta, who highlighted the gravity of some crimes committed that day, specifically mentioning the seditious conspiracy conviction of Stewart Rhodes. The potential for pardons remains a contentious issue, with significant disagreement over the criteria for leniency.

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