New White House Website Supports āPatriotic Americansā from Capitol Attack
President Donald Trumpās White House unveiled a new website defending participants in the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot. Dubbed a resource for āpatriotic Americans,ā the site counters what Trump calls āradical left persecution.ā Launched January 7, 2026, it arrives amid ongoing pardons for over 1,000 convicted rioters from his second term.
The platform details legal defences, personal stories, and updates on clemency. Trump announced it on Truth Social: āFinally telling the REAL Jan 6 story!ā Pages highlight ānon-violent protestersā unfairly targeted, per White House statements.
Website Features and Trumpās Rationale
The site offers timelines disputing mainstream narratives. It claims many faced excessive charges for āpeaceful assembly.ā Videos feature pardoned individuals like Proud Boys members. Each recounts āstolen electionā grievances from 2020.
Trump frames it as justice after his January 2025 inauguration. āDemocrats weaponized DOJ against patriots,ā he stated at a rally. The site lists FBI overreach examples. It also fundraises for remaining legal battles.
Public and Political Reactions
Liberals decry it as riot glorification. House Speaker Mike Johnson backs it: āTime to set record straight.ā Polls show 45% GOP support, per Rasmussen.
Legal experts note risks. āPardons donāt erase history,ā says NYUās Barry Friedman. Victimsā families protest online.
The move energizes Trumpās base amid 2026 midterms. It spotlights divisions over January 6 legacy.
