Trump Considers Pardons for Jan. 6 Rioters: Assault on Law Enforcement Under Scrutiny
Washington — The possibility of former President Donald Trump pardoning individuals involved in the January 6 Capitol riots, notably those who assaulted police officers, has sparked concern and debate across the U.S. Throughout his presidency, Trump’s use of the pardon power was unconventional, often bestowing clemency to supporters, political allies, or those he deemed treated unfairly by the justice system. Legal experts argue that pardoning January 6 defendants could send a troubling message about the …