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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) - San Antonio News
· 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...
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Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
For Alamo Heights 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 deemed not eligible for pardon under President Trump's blanket pardons for Jan. 6 rioters sets a precedent for how federal and local authorities collaborate on cases involving extremist activities. In Bexar County, where Alamo Heights is located, law enforcement has been working to strengthen ties with federal agencies to address potential threats. This ruling may inform how local authorities handle investigations into suspected extremist activities, particularly those that may be linked to national events or ideologies. As the community continues to navigate the complexities of public safety, the Cole case serves as a reminder that local and federal agencies must work together to address threats and ensure justice is served.
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Published: July 6, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
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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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