Today, Explained "Happy Sixthmas"
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Jan 6, 2025 
Tess Owen, a freelance journalist known for her impactful reporting on the January 6th riots, and Ellie Reeve, CNN correspondent and author of *Black Pill*, dive deep into the chilling developments surrounding January 6. They discuss the unsettling environment of the D.C. jail's 'Patriot Wing' as inmates await potential pardons. The conversation also highlights the troubling rise of far-right extremism, the mainstreaming of alt-right ideologies, and the cultural dynamics within extremist groups, reflecting on their growing influence in today's political landscape.
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Inmates' Reaction to Trump's Shooting
- Inmates in the D.C. jail's "Patriot Wing" reacted hysterically to the news of Trump's shooting.
- Their reactions swung from despair to jubilation upon seeing Trump raise his fist.
Patriot Wing Rituals and Dynamics
- The "Patriot Wing" inmates developed rituals like singing the national anthem nightly and celebrating "Sixthmas."
- A strong in-group dynamic existed, requiring displays of loyalty to Trump and the cause.
Housing Extremist Defendants
- Housing extremist defendants together carries risks, such as radicalization.
- However, dispersing them could lead to them being targeted or radicalizing other inmates.