Ed Martin, the Justice Department’s new pardon attorney, has begun reviewing pardon applications for several January 6 defendants, including Oath Keepers founder Stewart Rhodes and prominent Proud Boys members, following discussions with their attorneys. While former President Trump granted pardons to many Jan. 6 defendants, some key figures only received commutations, and the current review process aims for a more measured and fair approach, with input from former clemency recipient Alice Johnson. Meanwhile, ongoing legal and political challenges related to the Trump administration’s legacy continue, including disputes over executive power, election investigations, and immigration litigation.
