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Capitol Defenders Face Increased Threats Following Presidential Pardons of Jan. 6 Rioters

WASHINGTON — A series of controversial pardons issued by President Trump has heightened tensions and fears among law enforcement and judicial personnel involved in investigating the Jan. 6 Capitol riots. These officials, many of whom have dedicated their careers to prosecuting violent crimes, now find themselves targets of escalating threats and online vitriol. Michael Fanone, a former officer with the Metropolitan Police Department, was one of approximately 140 police officers injured during the violent events …

Unprecedented Shake-up: Trump Ally Targets FBI Staff Linked to Capitol Riot Probe

WASHINGTON — In a dramatic reshuffling within the ranks of federal law enforcement, Emil Bove, formerly an attorney for Donald Trump and currently the acting deputy attorney general, has initiated actions that could lead to a substantial reduction of FBI personnel. These moves are allegedly targeting those involved in the investigations following the January 6 riots at the U.S. Capitol. Bove, who has recently transitioned to a significant role within the Justice Department, has ordered …

Local Voices Await Rep. Pete Stauber’s Stance on Presidential Pardons of Capitol Insurrectionists

Duluth, MN – Community members are eagerly waiting for a response from Rep. Pete Stauber regarding his stance on the pardoning of individuals involved in the Capitol riots. Given Stauber’s background as a former Duluth police officer and his history of advocating for law enforcement, his current silence raises questions and concerns among his constituents. The violent attack on January 6 last year led to injuries of over 140 law enforcement officers. The individuals partaking …

Capitol Assault Charges Dropped After Trump Pardons Jan. 6 Rioters, New Mexico Man Freed

Chama, NM — A Chama man, previously guilty of assaulting Capitol Police officers during the assault on the Capitol, had his convictions dismissed after a recent presidential pardon. Rockne Gerard Earles, 64, was involved in two felony assault charges from the events of January 6, 2021, one of which included a significant altercation captured on video. During the disturbance at the Capitol, Earles forcefully brought down a police officer at the steps of the building, …

Trump Pardon Clears New Mexico Man Convicted in Capitol Police Assault

Chama, NM – The fate of a man from Chama, who admitted his role in a violent breach of the U.S. Capitol, has taken a dramatic turn following a presidential pardon. The individual, previously entangled in a serious altercation with Capitol Police during the January 6 events, has been spared a potential federal conviction and possibly extensive prison sentence due to this executive action. The pardon comes amidst a wave of similar clemencies and has …

Capitol Hill Reels Under Impact of Trump’s January 6th Pardons: Tensions and Consequences Unfold

WASHINGTON — The fallout from President Donald Trump’s pardons of several individuals tied to the Jan. 6 Capitol riot continues to resonate through the corridors of Congress, stirring bipartisan concern and prompting lawmakers to question the impact of these decisions on the rule of law and democratic norms. With the country still grappling with the repercussions of that day, the pardons have reignited debate over presidential powers, accountability, and national healing. The unexpected clemency granted …

Trump Issues Sweeping Pardons for January 6 Capitol Riot Defendants and Appoints Key Ally as Interim U.S. Attorney

Washington, D.C. – In a sweeping move that has surprised many, including officials within his own administration, former President Donald Trump granted full pardons to individuals convicted of offenses related to the Capitol riots on January 6, 2021. The pardons, which also encompass the dismissal of pending indictments for those not yet convicted, highlight a significant shift in the handling of these cases. Following his executive action, Trump appointed Ed Martin, a conservative activist and …

President Trump Grants Mass Pardon to Capitol Riot Convicts, Including Central NY Residents

Washington — In a controversial move that has sparked debate across the political spectrum, President Donald Trump issued pardons and commuted the sentences of over 1,000 individuals involved in the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot. This included several from Central New York, where the decision has left a clear divide among community opinions. The Capitol siege, remembered as a dark day in American history, occurred when thousands besieged the building in an attempt to halt …

Trump’s Reinvention Symbolized at Rally Near Capitol Attack Site

Washington, D.C. – In a vivid display of political endurance, former President Donald Trump is set to headline a rally mere blocks from where his supporters stormed the Capitol. This event, planned near such a symbolically charged site, underscores an effort at reinventing his image ahead of a potential 2024 presidential run. The rally, scheduled to take place at the capital’s Ellipse, a historically significant park just south of the White House, serves as a …

Vice-President Elect JD Vance Expresses Pardon Limits for Violent Capitol Rioters, Despite Trump’s Promises of Clemency

Washington, D.C. – Republican Vice President-elect JD Vance stated on a national television interview that those who engaged in violence during the January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol should not be pardoned. This comes in light of his running mate, Donald Trump, signaling a willingness to pardon individuals involved in the riot after assuming office for his second term. Trump previously hinted at offering clemency to those convicted, describing the judicial process as …