
Trump Grants Mass Clemency for Capitol Riot Charges
News Summary On his first day in office, President Trump issued clemency to nearly 1,600 individuals linked to the January 6 Capitol attack, including many convicted of serious offenses. This controversial move, which has raised significant legal and political concerns, saw Trump directing the Justice Department to dismiss all pending cases related to the riots. While some Republican leaders expressed discontent with this decision, numerous others criticized the implications on