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Trump 2024

Trump Defends His Behavior on Jan. 6 With Familiar Lies During the Debate

Trump turned to one of his favorite villains to excuse his Jan. 6 behavior: Nancy Pelosi.

Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump speaks during a presidential debate.

Former President Donald Trump speaks during a presidential debate. Gerald Herbert/AP

By Nuha Dolby

June 28, 2024 12:20 a.m.

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