National Politics

Former Jan. 6 prosecutor warns Trump’s pardons could encourage future political violence

Michael Romano was a deputy chief of the now-disbanded Capitol Siege Section that prosecuted the Jan. 6, 2021, riot.

Michael Romano, former Jan. 6 prosecutor, speaks during an interview, Thursday, April 24, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)

By Associated Press

UPDATED: April 28, 2025 at 10:29 AM PDT

Michael Romano recently resigned after more than 17 years in the Justice Department.

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Originally Published: April 28, 2025 at 8:46 AM PDT

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