What Happens to Jan. 6 Defendants After Trump’s Election Win?

Trump’s win gives him pardon power but it’s unclear how he will exercise it.
What Happens to Jan. 6 Defendants After Trump’s Election Win?
Supporters of President Donald Trump protest at the U.S. Capitol in Washington on Jan. 6, 2021. Joseph Prezioso/AFP via Getty Images
Sam Dorman
Sam Dorman
Washington Correspondent
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After President-elect Donald Trump won a second term, multiple defendants charged for their roles in the events of Jan. 6, 2021, asked to delay their cases because they anticipate pardons from Trump.

Many were denied, but each nonetheless raised questions about how Trump will handle the cases.

Sam Dorman
Sam Dorman
Washington Correspondent
Sam Dorman is a Washington correspondent covering courts and politics for The Epoch Times. You can follow him on X at @EpochofDorman.
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