Trump to Grant Clemency to Over 1,000 January 6 Rioters on First Day in Office

Jan 6, 2025, 06:30 AM

President-elect Donald Trump is expected to grant clemency to over 1,000 individuals convicted in connection with the January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol, according to Bloomberg. Trump has vowed to begin issuing these pardons on his first day in office, January 20, 2025. He has stated that his administration will review each case individually, with a focus on non-violent offenders, though he has not ruled out pardons for those convicted of more serious crimes, including assaulting police officers. The move comes as the fourth anniversary of the Capitol riot approaches, with more than 1,500 people charged and 645 sentenced to prison for their roles in the event.