Mike Pence Writes Viral Letter To Jan. 6 Rioter
Pamela Hemphill, nicknamed "MAGA granny," was one of many January 6 rioters charged for participating in the infamous Capitol riot back in 2021.
Earlier this year, Hemphill went viral for being the only January 6 rioter to "formally refuse and block" Donald Trump's presidential pardon, who offered pardons to every person charged or convicted for their actions on Jan. 6.
"Accepting a pardon would only insult the Capitol police officers, rule of law and, of course, our nation...I pleaded guilty because I was guilty, and accepting a pardon also would serve to contribute to their gaslighting and false narrative," Hemphill told the BBC in January.
Well, recently, Trump's estranged former Vice President Mike Pence — who was threatened by rioters during January 6 — penned a letter to Hemphill commending her for her decision to reject Trump's pardon and accept legal consequences.
Written on June 2, Mike Pence addressed the letter "Dear Pamela":
He then went on to speak about his own actions on January 6...
And expressed his deep respect for her decision.
Some people online expressed their gratitude to Hemphill for her "growth and effort" in admitting her mistakes.
While others praised Pence's words: "I probably disagree with most everything that Pence believes, but ok this, I wholeheartedly agree and share his admiration for your principled stance," another person wrote in response to the letter.
"This is it right here. My respect for VP Pence continues to grow in the face of others who have compromised (and Pam is to be commended too!)," another person agreed.
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