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Former Vice President Pence Criticizes Language Used for January 6 Defendants on CBS’s Face the Nation
During an appearance on CBS’s “Face the Nation” on Sunday morning, former Vice President Mike Pence expressed his disapproval of the term “hostages” being used to describe the defendants involved in the events of January 6th.
When moderator Margaret Brennan asked Pence his thoughts on referring to the defendants as both “hostages” and “patriots,” he responded by highlighting the importance of not equating individuals going through the justice system with actual hostages held abroad.
Pence acknowledged that individuals involved in nonviolent activities on January 6th deserve due process under the law but emphasized the tragic nature of the violence that occurred, resulting in the loss of lives and assaults on law enforcement officers.
Biased Narrative in the Conversation
There appeared to be a bias in the conversation between Brennan and Pence, with the focus on the language used to describe the defendants. Pence did not address the violence that took place inside the Capitol, including the fatal shooting of Ashli Babbit by Capitol Police.
Furthermore, Pence’s mention of due process failed to acknowledge instances where J6 defendants have faced lengthy jail terms for misdemeanor offenses without proper due process.
Concerns Over Justice System weaponization
The use of the term “hostage” to describe certain J6 defendants, like Ryan Samsel and Jake Lang, who have been subjected to harsh conditions in jail, raises concerns about their safety and treatment within the justice system.
There are allegations of the Department of Justice seeking to impose excessive sentences on J6 defendants, indicating a potential weaponization of the justice system against political opponents. This unequal treatment highlights a two-tiered justice system where J6 defendants face ongoing prosecutions and limited due process, while the consequences for other violent acts, like the 2020 riots, are less severe.
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