CBS News poll on Jan. 6 attack 3 years later: Though most still condemn, Republican disapproval continues to wane
The article discusses the shifting attitudes of Americans, particularly Republicans, toward the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the Capitol. Approval of the attack has grown among a minority, particularly within the MAGA segment of the Republican party. Many Republicans also endorse the conspiracy theory that the Capitol was invaded by people pretending to be Trump supporters. A sizable majority of Republicans support pardoning the participants, and most Republicans would also describe the events as an act of “defending freedom” or “patriotism”. Additionally, the country is divided on whether former President Trump’s actions should prevent him from appearing on future ballots. A CBS News/YouGov survey found that half the country expects there to be violence from the losing side in future elections.
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