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Ep: 14. Trump's First Act: Mass Pardons for January 6 Defendants


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In Trump's first hours back in office, President Trump has issued a sweeping wave of pardons to approximately 1,500 individuals connected to the January 6 Capitol attack. Today, we break down this unprecedented mass clemency, including the release of high-profile figures like Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio and Oath Keepers founder Stewart Rhodes. From emotional prison releases happening right now across the country to fierce reactions from both sides of the aisle, we'll explore what this historic decision means for American justice and democracy. Plus, what legal experts say about how these pardons could reshape the future of presidential power.

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