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More than 1,400 individuals have been indicted by the Biden-led Department of Justice over their involvement in the Capitol protests. Describing their treatment, Trump detailed how these individuals have faced severe repercussions, including armed raids, public shaming, job losses, and substantial prison sentences, under what he criticized as a questionable legal basis previously employed in corporate fraud cases like Enron.
He contrasted the rigorous prosecution of the Jan 6 defendants with the more lenient approach allegedly taken toward left-wing activists involved in comparable acts of trespassing during the 2020 protests and other incidents, highlighting a perceived inconsistency in the handling of these cases by the Department of Justice.
The audience at the Libertarian convention responded enthusiastically to Trump’s statements, particularly when he mentioned Ross Ulbricht, the imprisoned founder of the Silk Road online marketplace. Ulbricht’s arrest in 2013 and subsequent life sentence—for crimes linked to the facilitation of illegal drug and weapon sales—have made him a cause célèbre among Libertarians, who argue that his punishment is excessively harsh.
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Responding to chants of “free Ross!” from the crowd, Trump seized the moment to extend his clemency promise to Ulbricht as well. “If you vote for me, on day one I will commute the sentence of Ross Ulbricht, to a sentence of time served,” he proclaimed. This pledge drew the night’s loudest cheers, as Trump noted that Ulbricht has already served 11 years behind bars.
This event marks a significant stance by Trump, positioning himself as a champion of what he and his supporters see as victims of political persecution under the current administration. His promises reflect a strategic appeal to Libertarian voters, showcasing his willingness to challenge what he perceives as injustices in the American legal system.
This is not a bombshell because he had previously said the same thing. However, it is great news that he’s making this a campaign issue; the fact that the Biden DOJ has arrested over 1,400 people for participating in this march and subsequent set-up by law enforcement and making them political prisoners is tantamount to banana republic justice we saw back during the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s, totally incomprehensible!