Recent discussions within the Trump administration have raised the possibility of inviting some of the individuals convicted in connection with the January 6 Capitol riot to the White House for a potential meeting with former President Donald Trump. While no official visit has been scheduled yet, sources familiar with the matter have indicated that the idea is being considered.
On Monday, President Trump issued pardons to over 1,000 individuals charged in relation to the January 6 attack on the US Capitol. Additionally, he commuted the sentences of leaders from the Proud Boys and Oath Keepers, two far-right extremist groups.
During the pardon announcement, Trump referred to the recipients as 'hostages' and granted them full pardons. The commutations specifically covered 14 individuals associated with the Oath Keepers and Proud Boys who were convicted or charged with seditious conspiracy.
Trump's engagement with activists advocating for the release of January 6 rioters has been ongoing, with promises of pardons made early in his administration. Notably, he recently spoke with the mother of Ashli Babbitt, who lost her life during the Capitol incident.
Micki Witthoeft, a key figure in the January 6 movement, was mentioned in connection with Trump's outreach efforts. In a phone call, Trump arranged for Witthoeft and another activist to receive tickets to the presidential inauguration ceremony.
While the potential White House visit for the pardoned individuals remains uncertain, the discussions underscore the ongoing impact of the January 6 events and the subsequent legal actions taken by the Trump administration.
