Kennedy Questions Jan. 6 Prosecutions, Seeks Special Counsel
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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. suggested Jan. 6 prosecutions may be politically motivated, questioning if Trump allies were unfairly targeted. He wants a special counsel to investigate.
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Kennedy falsely claimed rioters didn't have weapons, before retracting that statement. He now admits the behavior was inexcusable.
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Over 800 rioters have been charged. 229+ received 1+ year in prison. Leaders of extremist groups got the longest sentences.
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Kennedy claims Trump is a "victim" of a "weaponized" government. Democrats worry Kennedy will help Trump by splitting opposition.
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Kennedy has ties to people involved in election fraud claims and the Jan. 6 rally. He's made appearances alongside Michael Flynn and Alex Jones.