Kristi Noem Advocates Case-by-Case Pardons for January 6 Defendants
South Dakota governor emphasizes individual evaluations while defending Trump’s potential pardons and addressing past controversies.
- Noem asserts that each January 6 defendant’s case should be reviewed separately rather than granting blanket pardons.
- She supports Donald Trump’s pledge to pardon January 6 participants if he wins the 2024 election.
- Noem’s controversial anecdotes, including claims about meeting Kim Jong Un and shooting her dog, have sparked criticism.
- She has not been formally vetted as Trump’s vice-presidential candidate, despite speculation.
- Noem believes Trump can focus on policy rather than personal attacks in upcoming debates with Biden.