On January 20, 2025, former President Donald Trump pardoned around 1,500 individuals involved in the January 6 Capitol attack. Senator Adam Schiff criticized the move as “obscene,” arguing it undermines the rule of law. Other Democrats, including Nancy Pelosi and Chuck Schumer, condemned the decision, highlighting its potential impact on democracy and accountability. In response, former President Joe Biden issued preemptive pardons to protect key individuals from potential retaliation under the Trump administration. The decision has sparked heated debates over justice and the presidential pardon power.
Adam Schiff Calls Trump’s Pardon of 1,500 Jan. 6 Offenders “Obscene”
