Trump says he will ‘free the January 6 hostages’ if re-elected in November election


On Monday, Former President Donald Trump stated that if he were to be re-elected, one of his initial actions would be to release Americans he believes were wrongly imprisoned for their involvement in the Jan. 6 Capitol riot of 2021.

Trump and many others see some of the defendants from that day as political prisoners who are being unfairly targeted by President Joe Biden’s Justice Department. \

While acknowledging that some individuals did engage in violence during the riot, Trump argues that many who have been prosecuted and jailed were peaceful protesters present at the Capitol without committing any serious crimes.

In a post on Truth Social on Monday evening, former President Trump outlined some of his key priorities should he be re-elected in November.

“My first acts as your next President will be to Close the Border, DRILL, BABY, DRILL, and Free the January 6 Hostages being wrongfully imprisoned!” he wrote.

During his first term in office, Trump prioritized border security by aiming to reduce and halt illegal immigration and trafficking activities.

He also focused on achieving energy independence through the development of various forms of natural and renewable energy sources.

Since leaving office, a new issue has emerged regarding the “January 6 Hostages,” referring to non-violent protesters from January 6 who entered or lingered around the U.S. Capitol during a riot sparked by concerns over the 2020 election integrity.

The Department of Justice under President Biden has been actively pursuing arrests, prosecutions, and sentencing of individuals involved in the Jan. 6 Capitol riot.

As of January 6, 2024, over 1,265 individuals have been arrested and charged, with 452 facing charges specifically related to violence against law enforcement.

Most of those arrested were charged with non-violent offenses such as entering restricted federal buildings or obstructing official proceedings.

Over 700 individuals have pleaded guilty to misdemeanors, while around 150 have been found guilty in court, with only half involving violent crimes against law enforcement.

Approximately 750 defendants have been sentenced, with nearly 500 serving time in prison, around 150 on home confinement, and a few receiving a combination of both.

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