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Trump's pardons for Jan. 6 rioters don't apply to DC pipe bomb suspect, judge rules
By Michael Kunzelman, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· July 6, 2026
· 3 min read
President Donald Trump’s mass pardons for supporters who stormed the U.S. Capitol don't apply to a Virginia man charged with planting pipe bombs near the national headquarters of the Democratic and Republican parties on the eve of the Jan. 6, 2021, riot, a federal judge ruled Monday.U.S. District...
Key takeaway 6, 2021, riot, a federal judge ruled Monday.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
For Terrell Hills residents, the ruling in the case of Brian J. Cole Jr. may seem like a distant federal matter, but it has implications for how local law enforcement approaches similar cases. The fact that Cole's alleged actions were motivated by conspiracy theories related to the 2020 presidential election is a reminder that such ideologies can have real-world consequences, even in a community like Terrell Hills that values its quiet, suburban character. As the city's residents go about their daily lives, they may want to consider how such extremist views can affect their own community, and how local authorities can work to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the San Antonio area. The ruling also highlights the importance of careful interpretation of presidential pardons and their potential impact on local justice systems, which can have a ripple effect on communities like Terrell Hills.
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Published: July 6, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
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What is this story about? President Donald Trump’s mass pardons for supporters who stormed the U.S. Capitol don't apply to a Virginia man charged with planting pipe bombs near the national headquarters of the Democratic and Republican parties on the eve of the Jan. 6, 2021, riot, a federal judge ruled Monday.U.S. District...
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