Trump gave pardons to hundreds of violent Jan. 6 rioters. Here's what they did
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Donald Trump's inauguration brought significant presidential actions, notably the granting of clemency to 1,500 individuals charged in connection with the Jan. 6 Capitol attack. This included pardons for those convicted of violent crimes against police. Support from his followers was contrasted sharply by backlash from law enforcement who saw this as a betrayal. Trump's proclamation described these clemencies as a step towards correcting a national injustice, whereas many viewed them as deepening societal divisions. The impact on ongoing legal cases further complicated the narrative.
Trump's decision to grant clemency to over 1,500 defendants from the Jan. 6 Capitol attack has sparked controversy, underscoring divisions in American society.
While many defendants celebrated their pardons, law enforcement officials criticized Trump's actions as a grave betrayal of justice.
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