Washington D.C. - Retiring Capitol Police Chief J. Thomas Manger has publicly criticized former President Donald Trump's decision to issue pardons to individuals involved in the January 6th Capitol attack. In an interview with CBS News' Scott MacFarlane, Manger stated that the day the pardons were issued was one of the worst during his tenure as Chief.
"It was a slap in the face to every police officer that was here," Manger said, referring to the officers who defended the Capitol building on that day. The Chief's remarks highlight the deep divisions and lingering resentment surrounding the January 6th events and the subsequent legal actions.
The January 6th attack resulted in significant damage to the Capitol and injuries to numerous law enforcement officers. The pardons issued by Trump have been a source of ongoing controversy and debate, with critics arguing that they undermine the rule of law and send the wrong message about accountability for political violence. Manger's comments add to the chorus of voices expressing concern over the pardons and their impact on law enforcement morale and the pursuit of justice.
Retiring Capitol Police Chief Criticizes Trump's Jan. 6 Pardons
Capitol Police Chief J. Thomas Manger, set to retire, has voiced strong disapproval of former President Trump's pardons related to the January 6th Capitol attack. Manger described the pardons as a "slap in the face" to the officers who defended the Capitol. He shared his sentiments with CBS News, marking it as one of his most difficult days as Chief. The outgoing chief's statement underscores the ongoing debate surrounding the events of January 6th and its aftermath.
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