President-elect Donald Trump has pledged to swiftly implement significant changes once he assumes office on January 20. Among his top priorities, Trump has promised to address the individuals convicted in connection with the January 6, 2021, attack on the US Capitol, including potentially pardoning them. In an interview with NBC News, Trump expressed concerns about the treatment of those convicted in relation to the Capitol riot, describing the system as “very nasty” and highlighting that some of the individuals had been incarcerated for extended periods.
“I’m going to act very quickly, starting on day one,” Trump said, referring to actions he plans to take concerning the convicted individuals. However, he mentioned that certain individuals considered “radical” or “unstable” might be excluded.
The Capitol riot on January 6, 2021, saw far-right groups and Trump supporters storm the Capitol building as lawmakers gathered to certify the results of the 2020 presidential election. The incident sparked widespread condemnation and led to a significant number of arrests and convictions.
Trump also addressed the issue of immigration, reiterating his long-standing position on undocumented immigrants in the US. “We have to end it,” he stated, emphasizing the need for a strong approach to the issue. Trump advocated for ending birthright citizenship, proposing that children born to undocumented parents should no longer automatically be granted citizenship.
He also reiterated his commitment to deporting undocumented immigrants, particularly those with criminal records. “We have to get the criminals out of our country,” he asserted. While acknowledging the challenges of deportation, Trump emphasized the need for decisive action.
In addressing the issue of children who have legal status but whose parents are undocumented, Trump stated, “I don’t want to break up families. So, the only way to keep them together is to send them all back.”
