President Trump's Decision to Pardon January 6 Protesters
President Donald Trump discussed his decision to pardon individuals charged in the January 6, 2021 protest/riot. He defended his decision by stating that many had already served long sentences and were treated poorly in confinement. Trump also emphasized that the individuals were protesting against a rigged election and deserved to be allowed to protest.
Key Points
- Individuals were protesting against what they believed was a rigged election
- Trump emphasized that most of the people were innocent
Pros
- Many individuals had already served long sentences
- Trump defended their right to protest against a rigged election
Cons
- Criticism for pardoning individuals involved in violent incidents with police