It's not just them..
Look at the heroes, all their questionable acts are white washed away.
Atom Smasher acts like it's his God given right to be in the JSA, the team that's supposed to set the example for all other heroes out there, despite his support for Black Adam countless times over. Bros before justice, apparently.
Damien, treated as a troubled child despite having *murdered* enemies for no tactical reason. Guess the 'No killing rule' only applies to Cass.