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Trump's Pardons and Purges Revive Old Question: Who Counts as a Terrorist?


Published on 2025-02-10 05:20:58 - ProPublica
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  • The president's sweeping clemency for Capitol rioters and his administration's ongoing removal of career national security specialists foretell a permissive new climate for extremist movements, say current and former officials and researchers.

The article from ProPublica discusses the potential implications of former President Donald Trump issuing pardons for individuals involved in the January 6th Capitol riot, should he return to office. It highlights concerns among law enforcement and extremism experts that such pardons could undermine efforts to combat domestic terrorism. The piece details how Trump's previous comments and actions suggest he might be sympathetic to the rioters, potentially leading to a purge of officials who have been focusing on domestic extremism. This could result in a significant shift in policy, where investigations into domestic terrorism might be curtailed or redirected, thereby weakening the government's response to such threats. The article also notes the broader political and social implications, including the potential for increased polarization and the normalization of political violence.

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