Judge recognizes ‘real possibility’ of Trump pardons as he delays trial for January 6 riot defendant
A federal judge on Thursday agreed to delay a trial set for next month for a US Capitol riot defendant, saying there is a “real possibility” that President-elect Donald Trump could pardon him after taking office next year.
With Potential Pardons by Trump Coming, Judge Delays Jan. 6 Trial
A Kansas man accused of attacking the Capitol in 2021 argued the trial should be delayed since President-elect Donald J. Trump has pledged that he would pardon rioters who stormed the building.
Judge puts off Jan. 6 trial after defendant points to possible Trump pardon
A federal judge on Thursday postponed a December trial date for a man charged in the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot, after the man pointed to President-elect Donald Trump’s promises to pardon such defendants or otherwise end their prosecutions.
Trump’s pardon power looms over judges in Jan. 6 rioter cases
President-elect Trump’s pardoning power once he assumes office is looming over cases involving Jan. 6 rioters, prompting some delays over his promise to grant clemency to supporters who stormed the Capitol in 2021.
Trump win prompts judge to postpone Jan. 6 defendant's trial
A U.S. district court judge consented to a request from a Jan. 6 defendant to delay his trials after President-elect Trump's win, agreeing that his White House return could make the proceedings a moot point.
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Trump’s Second Term Points to Tensions, Possible Cooperation With Pope Francis
ANALYSIS: The two world leaders have clashed on migration but could find common ground on a push for a negotiated peace in ...
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In new Trump term, US/Vatican relations have a puncher’s chance
After all, during President Donald Trump’s first term, the relationship with Pope Francis’ Vatican seemed to range from ...
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Pope welcomes Ecuadorian President, calls for no more deaths in Peru
The Argentine-born Pope Francis welcomed Ecuadorian President Guillermo Lasso at the Vatican during the weekend to discuss indigenous issues and other matters concerning South America. Last week ...
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From the Vatican: Wishing ‘Great Wisdom’ for President-Elect Trump
Trump obtained a decisive victory over Vice President Kamala Harris in the Nov. 5 presidential ... of humanity rather than ...
Mid-South Food Bank President and CEO Dr. Cathy Pope resigns
Dr. Cathy Pope has resigned as President and CEO of the Mid-South Food Bank, the non-profit announced Monday. Dr. Pope has ...