Trump to Pardon 758 Jan. 6 'Hostages' Tonight, Announces at Capital One Arena

Jan 20, 2025, 11:31 PM

President Donald Trump has announced that he will pardon individuals convicted for their involvement in the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack, referring to them as 'hostages'. Speaking at the Inaugural Parade at Capital One Arena, Trump stated, 'We’ll be signing pardons for a lot of people.' Reports indicate that as many as 758 protestors could be pardoned today. Supporters have gathered outside the D.C. jail, chanting 'USA!' in anticipation of the prisoners' release. The pardons are expected to be issued tonight, with some detainees reportedly already being released.