Pardoned Jan. 6 Rioters Rally and Demand More from Trump

Pardoned Jan. 6 Rioters Rally and Demand More from Trump

The New York Timesnation

Key Points:

  • Several dozen Jan. 6 Capitol rioters, including those pardoned by President Trump, gathered in Washington on the attack's fifth anniversary to retrace their steps and demand further action.
  • The group, known as the "J6ers," praised Trump for pardoning nearly 1,600 participants but criticized his administration for not doing more to support them.
  • Enrique Tarrio, Proud Boys leader and event organizer, emphasized their demand for "retribution" and accountability, while some participants expressed loyalty to Trump but dissatisfaction with his administration's officials.
  • The marchers called for financial restitution and prison reform, but no Trump administration officials attended the rally, and key Trump allies who promoted the event were notably absent.
  • Despite the White House's