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Pardoned Capitol Rioters Eye Political Comebacks Amid Legislation

5/28/2025

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Months after President Trump pardoned over 1,500 individuals linked to the January 6 Capitol attack, some are now eyeing political futures. Florida's Jake Lang is launching a Senate campaign, while Michigan's Ryan Kelley continues to engage politically despite a guilty plea. Meanwhile, states like Illinois and New York are contemplating legislation to prevent pardoned rioters from holding public office.

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Months after President Trump pardoned over 1,500 individuals linked to the January 6 Capitol attack, some are now eyeing political futures. Florida's Jake Lang is launching a Senate campaign, while Michigan's Ryan Kelley continues to engage politically despite a guilty plea. Meanwhile, states like Illinois and New York are contemplating legislation to prevent pardoned rioters from holding public office.