Many defendants who participated in the January 6 United States Capitol attack are now rejecting the idea of participating in the January 6 Committee's activities and even requesting that the committee refrain from using their names or testimonies. This decision comes after these individuals have been sentenced and are now expressing concerns about being used as pawns in a larger political game. For example, Pamela Hemphill, who was sentenced to two months in jail for her role in the riot, stated that she does not want to be a part of the committee's attempts to rewrite what happened that day. This sentiment is shared by other defendants who feel that they are being exploited for political gain, and they are now pushing back against the committee's efforts to use their stories and testimonies to further their own narrative. The January 6 Committee has been working to uncover the truth behind the Capitol attack and has been gathering testimonies and evidence from various individuals, including those who participated in the riot. However, the committee's efforts have been met with resistance from some defendants who are now questioning the committee's motives and refusing to cooperate. As the committee continues its work, it remains to be seen how the defendants' rejection of the committee's activities will impact the overall investigation and the committee's ability to piece together the events of that day. The defendants' concerns about being used for political gain are not unfounded, as the January 6 attack has become a highly politicized event, with many lawmakers and politicians using it to further their own agendas. The committee's efforts to gather testimonies and evidence have been seen by some as an attempt to build a narrative that supports their own political views, rather than a genuine attempt to uncover the truth. As a result, the defendants' decision to reject the committee's activities and refuse to cooperate may be seen as a way of resisting what they perceive as a politicized investigation. The situation highlights the complexities and challenges of investigating a highly politicized event, and the need for a nuanced and impartial approach