WASHINGTON, D.C. (WRN) — Eleven Wisconsinites are being pardoned for taking part in the January 6th attack on the US Capitol.
The action came as part of a package of pardons and executive orders issued by President Donald Trump after his inauguration. The convictions against them range from violent entry to the Capitol, to felony disorderly conduct, and bringing a dangerous weapon to the Capitol grounds.
Trump is calling the pardons part of his “Liberation day” and referred to the people convicted on charges related to January 6th as political hostages.
