JD Vance Declares Jan. 6 Rioters Who Were Violent Shouldn’t Be Pardoned

JD Vance emphasizes that those who committed violence on Jan. 6 should not receive pardons, despite Trump’s promises.

JD Vance Declares Jan. 6 Rioters Who Were Violent Shouldn’t Be Pardoned
JD Vance Declares Jan. 6 Rioters Who Were Violent Shouldn’t Be Pardoned

Washington: So, JD Vance, the Vice President-elect, recently made some strong statements about the Capitol riot. He said that anyone who was violent during the January 6th events shouldn’t be pardoned. This comes as Trump is hinting at using his clemency powers for many involved in the riot.

In an interview on “Fox News Sunday,” Vance made it clear that he believes the issue of pardons is pretty straightforward. He said that those who protested peacefully deserve pardons, but if you were violent, then no way should you get one. He did mention there might be some tricky cases, though.

Trump has been vocal about his plans to pardon rioters right when he takes office on January 20. He mentioned on NBC that he’d likely do it quickly, saying these folks have been through a lot. But he also hinted that he’d need to look at each case individually.

Since the riot, over 1,500 people have faced federal charges. The chaos resulted in injuries to more than 100 police officers and forced lawmakers to hide while they were certifying Biden’s victory.

Many who didn’t cause any trouble were charged with minor offenses for entering the Capitol. However, others faced serious charges, like assaulting police. Some leaders from extremist groups like the Oath Keepers and Proud Boys were found guilty of seditious conspiracy for trying to disrupt the transfer of power.

Vance took to X to address some backlash from supporters of the rioters, saying he’s been defending them for years. He reassured everyone that he and Trump are genuinely concerned about those who might be unjustly imprisoned.

He emphasized that their approach isn’t a retreat from their stance but rather a careful consideration of each case, especially for those who had unfair trials.

Disclaimer: All images comply with fair use for educational and informational purposes. Sourced from public platforms. Have questions? Contact us.
Fact-Checking Policy: Accurate information is our focus. If errors are found, please let us know, and corrections will be made swiftly.