House Judiciary Committee reports 33 pardoned Jan 6 rioters in Washington DC reoffended post-pardon with crimes like rape and child sex offenses
Pardoned Rioters Charged with Crimes
Six of the pardoned rioters were charged with child sex crimes, including sexual assault and possession of child pornography.
On Monday, Democrats on the House Judiciary Committee released two reports. This was the day before the fifth anniversary of January 6. The reports detail the aftermath of President Donald Trump’s pardons for over 1,500 insurrectionists involved in the Capitol attack.
Reoffending After Pardons
The reports cite an analysis by Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics (CREW). It states that at least 33 pardoned rioters have been rearrested, charged, or sentenced for other crimes since 2021. Four of these individuals reoffended after receiving their pardons in January.
The committee noted that Trump’s pardons aim to “rewrite and whitewash” the history of his actions after losing the 2020 presidential election.
Details of Crimes Committed
The One Year Later report lists various crimes committed by pardoned rioters. These include child sexual assault, production and possession of child pornography, rape, conspiracy to commit murder, kidnapping, and more.
| Crime Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Child Sex Crimes | Sexual assault, possession of child pornography |
| Violent Crimes | Rape, conspiracy to commit murder, kidnapping |
| Weapon Offenses | Illegal possession of firearms |
| Driving Offenses | Driving under the influence, causing death |
CREW provided a list of the 33 insurrectionists, including their names, charges, and links to media reports.
Notable Cases
Among those who reoffended is Christopher Moynihan. In October, he was charged with threatening to kill House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries. John Andries was convicted of violating a peace order. Zachary Alam faced charges for breaking and entering, while Brent Holdridge was charged with burglary.
At least five individuals were charged with illegal weapon possession. Another five were arrested for driving while impaired, with two cases resulting in fatalities.
Trump’s Impeachment and Claims
Trump faced his second impeachment in 2021 for inciting an insurrection. The Capitol attack led to five deaths and injured 174 police officers. Some Capitol police officers later died by suicide.
Trump and his aides have promoted a false narrative about the events of January 6. They claim that rioters acted peacefully, despite evidence to the contrary.
Pardons and Statements
On his first day in office in 2025, Trump granted clemency to nearly 1,600 individuals related to the Capitol attack. Over 600 had been convicted of assaulting law enforcement officers.
The House Judiciary Committee stated that these pardons normalize assaults on constitutional order. They described the pardoned rioters as “patriots” and “political prisoners.”
Several of Trump’s aides have expressed doubt about the legitimacy of the 2020 election. Since retaking office, Trump has fired and prosecuted lawmakers involved in the investigation of his actions.
Testimony and Findings
Former special counsel Jack Smith stated that the riot “does not happen” without Trump. He characterized Trump as the “most culpable” in the conspiracy to overturn the election.
Smith noted that Trump made false statements and directed supporters to the Capitol. He also mentioned that Trump refused to stop the violence during the attack.
In November, Trump pardoned Rudy Giuliani and Mark Meadows, among others, who tried to overturn the election results.
The House Judiciary Committee also published a document debunking myths about the Capitol attack. These include false claims about Capitol Police and the nature of the rioters.
