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Trump Issues Jan. 6 Pardons, Commutations on First Day Back in Office

On Jan. 20, 2025, Trump signed a proclamation commuting 14 Jan. 6 sentences, pardoning other people convicted of offenses related to events at or near the U.S. Capitol, and directing the Justice Department to seek dismissal of pending Jan. 6 indictments.

Why it matters: Jan. 6 amnesty

First recorded Jan 20, 2025·Meaningfully updated Jan 20, 2025

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Trump Issues Jan. 6 Pardons, Commutations on First Day Back in Office

On Jan. 20, 2025, Trump signed a proclamation commuting 14 Jan. 6 sentences, pardoning other people convicted of offenses related to events at or near the U.S. Capitol, and directing the Justice Department to seek dismissal of pending Jan. 6 indictments.

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