Former Vice President Mike Pence recently appeared on CNN’s “State of the Union” to discuss the January 6 Capitol protest. In an interview with Jake Tapper, Pence made a controversial statement, claiming that the FBI did not contribute to the events that unfolded that day. This assertion has raised eyebrows and prompted further scrutiny.
During his interview, Pence expressed his trust in the FBI’s assurances that they were not involved in instigating the Capitol protest. He stated, “I’ve heard the many repeated assurances from the FBI that they were not involved, and I take them at their word.” Pence also commended FBI Director Christopher Wray for his efforts to bring the perpetrators of the violence to justice.
However, Pence’s defense of the FBI’s innocence has been met with skepticism. Many question whether the FBI’s claims can be blindly accepted, considering the agency’s history and the evidence that has emerged since the events of January 6.
Contrary to Pence’s assertion, there is mounting evidence suggesting that the FBI had a more significant role in the Capitol protest than initially acknowledged. Representative Higgins has claimed that government officials, including federal agents and military personnel, lured Trump supporters into the Capitol on that fateful day. Higgins estimates that at least 200 FBI assets were operating within the crowd of Trump supporters.
Videos have shed light on the actions of Capitol police, raising questions about their involvement. The footage shows police moving barricades, opening locked doors, and seemingly waving in Trump supporters. These actions have led to speculation about potential coordination between law enforcement and protesters.
Despite Pence’s praise for the FBI’s efforts, it is worth noting that the Department of Justice, under the Biden administration, has made it clear that thousands more individuals will be arrested in connection with the Capitol riot. Matthew Graves, the Biden-appointed US Attorney for the District of Columbia, stated that those who remained outside the Capitol building but knowingly entered restricted areas without authorization had already committed a federal crime.
While it is essential to hold accountable those who engaged in violence or rough conduct, some argue that arresting individuals who peacefully strolled through the Capitol, even if unauthorized, raises concerns about the selective prosecution of Trump supporters.
Mike Pence’s staunch support for the arrests and denial of due process for Trump supporters is concerning to many. It raises questions about the fair treatment of individuals involved in the protest and the potential infringement upon their constitutional rights.
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