Washington, D. C. has seen its share of turmoil, but the city's recent struggles with crime have sparked a heated debate. President Donald Trump's response to these issues has left many scratching their heads, especially when compared to his actions during the January 6th Capitol riot. Trump's latest move involves deploying the National Guard and taking federal cont...
In recent times, some individuals who took part in the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot have found a surprising level of acceptance within certain Republican circles. These individuals, who were once seen as criminals for their actions, are now being welcomed as speakers at local Republican events. This shift in perception has been notable, especially since some of thes...
Ed Martin, a conservative activist, has taken the helm as the interim U. S. attorney for the District of Columbia. Martin was once a staunch supporter of Donald Trump's false claims about the 2020 election and represented some of the rioters who stormed the U. S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. His appointment has sparked a significant shift in the office's priorities, s...
In a recent chat with Fox News host Sean Hannity, former President Donald Trump referred to the violent actions of Capitol rioters towards police as “minor incidents. ” This interview, happening after his swearing-in ceremony, saw Trump defending his decision to pardon 1, 500 people involved in the January 6, 2021, insurrection. Trump mentioned that these individual...
Attorney general nominee Pam Bondi had a tricky time answering a question from Senator Dick Durbin (D-Ill. ) about the 2020 election results. Durbin wanted to know if President Donald Trump had lost the election. Bondi acknowledged that President Joe Biden is now in office and that there was a peaceful transition of power. But she refrained from saying Trump lost, an...
JD Vance, the future vice president, recently discussed who deserves presidential pardons for the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot. He believes peaceful protesters, who have faced harsh treatment from the Department of Justice, should be pardoned. However, those who committed violence on that day should not. Vance's stance contrasts with President-elect Donald Trump's, ...
Imagine Donald Trump back in the White House, planning to pardon those who stormed the U. S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. Some rioters have already pleaded guilty, while others await trial. Trump’s empathy for these rioters, whom he calls “patriots, ” raises questions about how far his pardons might go. Would he pardon all, or just some? Could he face any backlash? T...
Former Representative Liz Cheney recently made a bold statement at a campaign event in Ripon, Wisconsin. She urged voters to turn away from former President Donald Trump and instead embrace unity. Cheney didn’t mince words when she described Trump as “petty, vindictive, and cruel.” Trump, known for his fierce online presence, quickly fired back on Truth Social. He t...