"Three Years Post-January 6: Unresolved Punishments and the Debate Over Insurrection"

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"Three Years Post-January 6: Unresolved Punishments and the Debate Over Insurrection"
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The US legal system continues to process the aftermath of the January 6 Capitol riot, with over 1,200 charged and more than 890 guilty pleas. Former President Trump, facing his own charges, has suggested pardoning rioters if reelected. The Supreme Court is set to rule on the use of a federal obstruction law, which could impact the charges against some defendants and potentially affect the case against Trump. The complexity of the legal proceedings and potential political interventions indicate that it may be a long time before all involved are held accountable, if ever.

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