Trump Vows Day-One Pardon for Jan 6 Participants

In a recent interview, President-elect Donald Trump reiterated his campaign promise to pardon individuals jailed for their involvement in the January 6 Capitol riot on his first day in office. Trump criticized the justice system and the conditions faced by those who pleaded guilty, suggesting they had no choice. He also discussed his picks for attorney general and FBI director, emphasizing their autonomy in pursuing investigations. Trump's comments have prompted President Biden to consider preemptive pardons for those targeted by Trump's rhetoric.