House Jan. 6 committee responds to Donald Trump’s indictment.
Former House Committee Members React to Indictment of Former President Donald Trump
Former members of the Jan. 6 House committee have responded to the recent indictment of former President Donald Trump. The charges are related to alleged efforts to subvert the 2020 election and disrupt the peaceful transfer of power during the Capitol riot.
Chairman Bennie Thompson’s Response
“Two years ago, when I chaired the first Select Committee hearing, I was moved by the courageous testimony of four brave police officers who came to the defense of the Capitol and American democracy on January 6, 2021,” said Congressman Thompson. He further stated, “Today’s charges are consistent with those the Select Committee referred to the Special Counsel last year, and successful prosecutions will not only bring accountability but also help prevent something like January 6 from ever happening again.”
The congressman emphasized that the fair trials of those responsible will demonstrate the nation’s commitment to the rule of law and hold accountable those who attempted to undermine it.
Adam Kinzinger’s Statement
Former Rep. Adam Kinzinger, who served as one of two minority members on the committee, called Tuesday “the beginning of Justice.” Kinzinger has been a vocal critic of Trump, especially regarding the Capitol riot. He posted on X, “On the 1/6 Committee, we uncovered proof that Donald Trump not only knew what was happening at the Capitol, but encouraged it. He is a cancer on our democracy. Today is the beginning of Justice. Nobody is above the law; least of all a president who swore an oath to defend it.”
Former Wyoming GOP Rep. Liz Cheney, another conservative member of the committee, has not publicly released a reaction to the indictment.
Rep. Pete Aguilar’s Statement
Rep. Pete Aguilar (D-CA) called the attack an “assault on our democracy” and reiterated that no person is above the law. He posted on X, “The January 6th Capitol attack was an assault on our democracy, and everyone involved must be held accountable, including Donald Trump. In our country, nobody is above the law.”
This marks the second federal indictment that the former president faces. He is also facing charges in a separate case, including willful retention of national defense information, conspiracy to obstruct justice, and false statements.
The former commander in chief is scheduled to appear in Washington, D.C., district court on Thursday for his arraignment. It is expected that he will plead not guilty to all four charges.
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