Trump Suggests Pardons for January 6 'Hostages' on First Day, Predicts 99.9% Approval
Jan 19, 2025, 10:57 PM
Donald Trump has indicated that he will make a decision regarding the individuals involved in the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot, referred to by him as 'hostages,' on his first day as president. He stated that attendees at an event would be 'very happy' with his decision, suggesting a possible pardon for those convicted in relation to the incident. Trump's comments imply that this action could be among his first executive orders after being sworn in at the Capitol, and he mentioned that 99.9% of the audience would be happy with his decision.
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Markets
No • 50%
Yes • 50%
Official election results published by the U.S. Federal Election Commission
No • 50%
Yes • 50%
Official statements from Donald Trump or his campaign
Yes • 50%
No • 50%
Official presidential pardon announcements or executive orders
None • 25%
1-10 • 25%
More than 50 • 25%
11-50 • 25%
Official presidential pardon records
Legal challenge in courts • 33%
Political challenge in Congress • 33%
No significant challenges • 34%
Official court filings or congressional actions
75-99.9% approval • 25%
Less than 50% approval • 25%
50-74% approval • 25%
100% approval • 25%
Public opinion polls from reputable polling organizations