Trump's Potential Pardons Stir Controversy Amid Jan. 6 Sentencings

The Justice Department is prioritizing the arrest of the most serious Jan. 6 rioters, particularly those who committed felony assaults on law enforcement, before President-elect Donald Trump takes office. Trump has indicated he may pardon some rioters, which has demoralized prosecutors who have worked on these cases. The DOJ aims to expedite these cases, focusing on those with the most egregious conduct, while online sleuths continue to assist in identifying suspects. Over 1,560 arrests have been made, with more than 1,100 convictions secured so far.