Trump pardons 1,500 involved in January 6 Capitol riot On Monday, President Donald Trump issued pardons to roughly 1,500 individuals involved in the January 6, 2021, storming of the U.S. Capitol. This action was seen as a major show of support for those who participated in the violent assault on police officers, as they attempted to stop lawmakers from certifying Trump's 2020 election loss. "We hope they come out tonight, frankly," Trump remarked, hinting at the expected release of the pardoned individuals. He also noted that six individuals would have their sentences...