In a televised interview, Donald Trump defended his pardons and commutation of sentences for over 1,500 individuals charged in connection with the January 6 Capitol attack. He described the assaults on police as 'very minor incidents' and insisted that those charged had been subjected to overly severe prison conditions. Trump reiterated his belief that the 2020 election was rigged, while Fox News host Hannity challenged his characterization of the events, indicating a broader discussion about accountability and perceptions surrounding the Capitol riot. Trump's comments provoke ongoing debates regarding justice and political accountability.
Trump claimed that they had suffered unduly harsh prison conditions then falsely claimed that the 2020 election was stolen despite courts, officials and his own attorney general finding otherwise.
He said, 'Most of the people were absolutely innocent. OK. But forgetting all about that, these people have served, horribly, a long time.'
Hannity objected that protesters should not be able to invade the Capitol building, highlighting the tension in Trump's narrative.
Trump indicated that investigations into his prosecution could be warranted, suggesting that Biden's failure to pardon himself was a mistake.
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