Trump Faces Pressure to Pardon Jan. 6 Rioters

Defendants in the Capitol riot case anticipate clemency as Trump prepares to return to the White House.

President-elect Donald Trump has repeatedly promised to pardon many involved in the Jan. 6 Capitol riot, describing them as 'political prisoners.'
Over 1,500 individuals have been charged in connection with the Capitol breach, with many having pleaded guilty or been convicted.
Trump has not committed to pardoning all defendants, acknowledging that some were involved in violent actions.
Several defendants have requested delays in their court proceedings, hoping for pardons once Trump takes office.
The Department of Justice continues to prosecute cases, with some defendants facing significant sentences for their roles in the riot.