Apple News Today Trump campaigned on law and order. Then came the pardons.
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Jan 24, 2025 The discussion kicks off with Trump's controversial pardons connected to the January 6 Capitol riot, raising questions about their historical implications. Wildfires in Los Angeles lead to a deep dive into price gouging by landlords, igniting community outrage. TikTok faces uncertainty as it grapples with national security concerns and potential bans. Transition trends in social media are highlighted, alongside nods to the Academy Awards and the Super Bowl matchup, stirring interest in AI's influence in film.
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Pardon Refusal
- President Trump pardoned over 1,500 people involved in the January 6th Capitol riot.
- One woman, Pam Hamphill, rejected the pardon, stating that accepting it would condone her illegal actions.
Rewriting History
- Trump's pardons are being framed as a rewriting of history surrounding the January 6th events.
- This is despite ample video evidence of rioters' violence against police officers.
Emboldening Extremism
- Pardons for January 6th rioters, including Proud Boys and Oath Keepers leaders, raise concerns about emboldening extremism.
- These individuals have discussed retribution against those involved in their cases.