Trump's Jan 6 Pardons: Former Prosecutor Sounds Alarm

Former Justice Department Prosecutor Condemns Trump's Jan. 6 Pardons: 'Political Violence is Acceptable' Washington, D.C. – In a recent interview with CBS News, Greg Rosen, a former Justice Department prosecutor who resigned in protest last week, sharply criticized President Trump's pardons of individuals involved in the January 6th Capitol attack. Rosen stated that the pardons send a clear message, "that political violence towards a political goal is acceptable in a modern democratic society." Rosen, who served as a prosecutor for several years, expressed deep concern over the implications of these pardons. He argued that they normalize and even encourage future acts of political violence. The interview highlighted the gravity of the situation, emphasizing the potential consequences of excusing such behavior. He added, "That, from my perspective, is anathema to a constitutional republic." The interview has sparked a significant debate about the role of presidential pardons and their potential impact on the rule of law. The former prosecutor's resignation underscores the severity of his concerns and the potential consequences for the future of American democracy.