President Trump's decision to pardon nearly 1,600 supporters charged in connection with the January 6th Capitol riot sparks outrage and concern. The pardons, along with commuted sentences for members of far-right extremist groups, raise questions about accountability and the potential for further political violence. Experts discuss the implications of these actions.
Nearly 1,600 January 6th rioters received pardons.
14 individuals, all members of far-right extremist groups, had their sentences commuted instead of receiving pardons.
The pardons sparked outrage and concern about accountability and the potential for future political violence.
Some pardoned individuals expressed a desire for retribution against those who prosecuted them.