Relief, revenge but little repentance: Trump's pardons delight Jan. 6 offenders
In interviews with a dozen Jan. 6 offenders who received pardons from Trump, they were largely grateful for his deliverance, but signs of remorse were in short supply, though a few others have expressed contrition.
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Trump defends pardoning of violent Jan. 6 offenders
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President Trump issues pardons for Jan. 6 defendants
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Trump pardons thousands of Jan. 6 defendants
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Trump signs pardons for Jan. 6 rioters
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Trump promises pardons for Jan. 6 Capitol rioters
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