On the Media How Trump Re-Wrote the History of January 6
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Jan 8, 2025 Dan Barry, a senior writer for The New York Times, dives into how Trump and his allies have reshaped the narrative surrounding the January 6 Capitol riots. He discusses the alarming shift in public perception, where support for rioters has grown. The conversation also delves into Trump’s campaign tactics, notably his controversial tribute to January 6 prisoners. Barry highlights the psychological factors that lead supporters to embrace misleading narratives, alongside the complex implications of misinformation and proposed pardons for participants.
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Initial Reactions to January 6th
- Initially, there was widespread outrage and condemnation of the January 6th riots, even from conservative figures like Ben Shapiro and Sean Hannity.
- However, this consensus quickly fractured, with figures like Jesse Waters and Laura Ingraham sowing seeds of doubt and conspiracy theories.
Trump's Narrative Shift
- Trump began reshaping the narrative, claiming the rioters were a "loving crowd" and falsely blaming Nancy Pelosi for rejecting his request for 10,000 troops.
- His own Defense Department had actually advised against this, citing concerns about optics and potential misuse of power.
Patriot Purge Controversy
- Tucker Carlson's "Patriot Purge" series promoted the conspiracy theory that the insurrection was a government plot.
- This was met with widespread criticism, even leading to resignations within Fox News.