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politics2 years ago

"Shifting GOP Stance on Jan. 6 Fuels Trump's Political Resurgence"

As the third anniversary of the Jan. 6 Capitol riot approaches, many Republicans who initially blamed former President Donald Trump for the violence are now endorsing his bid for the presidency in 2024. Trump continues to deny the legitimacy of the 2020 election results and has even suggested pardoning convicted rioters. This shift in support among GOP leaders underscores the deep political divisions and challenges facing American democracy, with Trump facing numerous criminal charges yet still leading the Republican field for the next presidential election.

via ABC News|
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politics2 years ago

"Shifting Perspectives: From Blame to Endorsement of Trump Post-Jan. 6"

As the third anniversary of the Jan. 6 Capitol riot approaches, many Republicans who initially blamed former President Donald Trump for the violence are now endorsing his 2024 presidential bid. Trump continues to deny the legitimacy of the 2020 election results and has suggested pardoning convicted rioters, while maintaining support from extremists. This shift in Republican support underscores deep political divisions and raises concerns about the resilience of democratic norms and institutions in the U.S.

via The Associated Press|
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politics2 years ago

"Shifting Republican Views on Jan. 6 Influence Trump's Political Resurgence"

As the third anniversary of the Jan. 6 Capitol riot approaches, many Republicans who initially blamed former President Donald Trump for the violence are now endorsing his 2024 presidential bid. Trump, who still contests the 2020 election results and has suggested pardoning convicted rioters, is leading the Republican field despite facing numerous criminal charges. The situation underscores deep divisions and raises concerns about the resilience of U.S. democracy, with some GOP leaders who once criticized Trump now supporting him and even considering roles in a potential future Trump administration.

via Yahoo News|
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politics2 years ago

"Three Years Post-Capitol Riot: Trump's Trial in Spotlight as Search for Offenders Continues"

Three years after the January 6 Capitol riot, the U.S. justice system continues to prosecute those involved, with over 1,200 defendants charged and significant sentences handed down to key figures like Oath Keepers founder Stewart Rhodes and Proud Boys leader Erique Tarrio. As the trial of former President Donald Trump approaches, with charges including obstruction of an official proceeding, the Supreme Court is considering the constitutionality of this charge. Meanwhile, investigators are still seeking over 80 violent offenders and the individual who planted pipe bombs near party headquarters. The events continue to shape the nation's legal and political landscape, with the judiciary sending clear messages about the gravity of the attack on democracy.

via CBS News|
##capitolriot#january6
politics2 years ago

"Biden Amplifies Democracy's Peril in 2024 Bid, Invoking Jan. 6 and Campaign Trail Momentum"

President Joe Biden's first 2024 campaign ad emphasizes the ongoing threats to US democracy, coinciding with the anniversary of the January 6 Capitol insurrection. The ad portrays an "extremist movement" opposing democratic values and underscores the importance of the upcoming election in preserving democracy. Despite facing legal challenges, Donald Trump remains a strong contender for the Republican nomination, with some polls showing him leading against Biden. The ad will be aired nationally and in key swing states, aiming to remind voters of the stakes involved in the election, particularly in light of some Republicans' diminishing concern over the January 6 events and continued false claims about the legitimacy of Biden's election.

via The Guardian US|
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politics2 years ago

"Ex-Aides Sound Alarm on Trump 2024 Bid, Fear for Future of US Democracy"

Former White House aides Sarah Matthews, Cassidy Hutchinson, and Alyssa Farah Griffin have publicly expressed concerns that a re-election of Donald Trump could spell the end for American democracy, citing his past attempts to overturn the 2020 election results and the potential for even more extreme behavior if he were to win again. They have testified to the House committee investigating the January 6 Capitol attack and are urging action to prevent his return to power, emphasizing the urgency as the 2024 election approaches. Their warnings come alongside personal sacrifices and threats they've faced for speaking out against Trump.

via The Guardian US|
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