Trump dodges question about Jan. 6, claims he had nothing to do with it
When asked if he regretted his actions on Jan. 6, Trump contended that he ordered the crowd to leave “peacefully and patriotically,” and defended the protesters.
September 10, 2024
Former President Donald Trump has once again found himself at the center of controversy, this time for avoiding questions about his involvement in the January 6th insurrection at the Capitol. During a recent interview with Fox News host Sean Hannity, Trump refused to directly answer whether he had any responsibility for the violent attack on the Capitol building.
When asked by Hannity if he bore any responsibility for the events of January 6th, Trump deflected the question by stating, “It’s a disgrace what happened. But they’re finding out what took place, and I think you’ll be surprised.”
This response has sparked outrage among many who believe that Trump played a significant role in inciting the violence that took place on that fateful day. In the weeks leading up to January 6th, Trump repeatedly made false claims about the election being stolen from him and encouraged his supporters to “fight like hell” to overturn the results.
Despite these incendiary remarks, Trump has continued to deny any involvement in the events of January 6th. In a recent statement, he claimed that he had no knowledge of any plans to storm the Capitol and that he had called for peace during the rally that preceded the attack.
However, many have pointed out that Trump’s rhetoric and actions leading up to January 6th created a dangerous and volatile environment that ultimately led to the violent insurrection. His refusal to take responsibility for his role in inciting the attack has only further divided the country and undermined the democratic process.
As investigations into the events of January 6th continue, it remains to be seen what consequences, if any, Trump will face for his actions. But one thing is clear: his unwillingness to answer questions about his involvement in the insurrection only serves to perpetuate the chaos and division that has plagued our nation in recent years.
