Clemency for January 6 Defendants — Who gained

Reporting and findings

1. documented

   The named commutation recipients, pardoned convicted defendants, and people with pending January 6 cases directly received clemency or dismissal benefits.

   • The White House: Granting Pardons And Commutation Of Sentences For Certain Offenses Relating To The Events At Or Near The United States Capitol On January 6, 2021Named 14 commutations, unconditional pardon for all other convicted individuals, dismissal directive
   • Associated Press: Trump grants sweeping pardon of Jan. 6 defendants, including rioters who violently attacked policeScope over 1,500 charged people, violent convictions, releases, and administration/allied response