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Trump to Prioritize Pardons for January 6th Defendants on First Day in Office, Acting Very Quickly per NBC's Meet the Press

Dec 8, 2024, 02:52 PM

Donald Trump has announced that he will prioritize pardoning individuals convicted in connection with the January 6th Capitol riot on his first day in office. During an interview on NBC's 'Meet the Press,' Trump emphasized his intention to act swiftly, stating, "I'm going to be acting very quickly. They've been in there for years, and they're in a filthy, disgusting place that shouldn't even be allowed to be open." He indicated that he would consider individual cases and expressed his belief that many of the defendants have faced harsh conditions during their incarceration. This commitment to pardoning January 6th defendants marks a significant aspect of Trump's platform as he prepares for his presidency.