All articles tagged with #capitol riot
Originally Published 5 days ago — by The Washington Post
The White House released a website that presents a false narrative of the January 6, 2021 Capitol attack, reflecting ongoing efforts by the Trump administration to reshape the event's history.
Originally Published 5 days ago — by The New York Times
Five years after the Capitol attack, pardoned rioters gathered in Washington to commemorate the event, praise Trump, and demand further action such as restitution and prison reform, while facing mixed reactions and ongoing polarization.
Originally Published 5 days ago — by AP News
Five years after the Capitol riot, the event remains a deeply divisive issue in U.S. politics, with Democrats and Republicans holding contrasting commemorations and narratives, reflecting ongoing disagreements over the events and their implications.
Originally Published 5 days ago — by The Guardian
Five years after the Capitol attack, Donald Trump and Republicans are actively working to rewrite the event's history, including pardoning rioters and dismissing the significance of the riot, while Trump's political resurgence continues despite ongoing investigations and efforts to memorialize the event to prevent future attacks.
Originally Published 7 days ago — by ABC News
Five years after the Jan. 6 Capitol riot, officers who defended the building still struggle with injuries, trauma, and the impact of pardons granted to rioters by President Trump, amid ongoing debates about the violence and its recognition.
Originally Published 9 days ago — by Yahoo
A federal judge denied bail for Brian J. Cole Jr., charged with planting pipe bombs outside DNC and RNC headquarters on the eve of the Capitol riot, citing public safety concerns and the potential for devastating consequences if his actions had succeeded. Cole, who confessed to the bombings and expressed intent to target political parties due to beliefs about the 2020 election, faces significant prison time if convicted. His defense argued he posed no danger due to his lack of criminal history and living situation, but the judge emphasized the risk of impulsive conduct.
Originally Published 10 days ago — by PBS
Former special counsel Jack Smith testified that the January 6 Capitol riot would not have occurred without Donald Trump, describing him as the primary responsible person in the conspiracy to overturn the 2020 election, and emphasized the strength of the evidence against Trump in his investigations.
Originally Published 23 days ago — by PBS
A federal judge is considering whether Donald Trump is entitled to presidential immunity from civil lawsuits related to the January 6 Capitol attack, with arguments focusing on whether his conduct was within his official capacity. The judge has not yet ruled, and the case involves claims from Democratic lawmakers alleging Trump incited the riot.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by CBS News
State legislators across the U.S. are actively working to preserve the history of the January 6 Capitol riot through legislation and resolutions, emphasizing the importance of accurate education and public acknowledgment of the events, amid concerns of historical erasure and misinformation.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by NBC News
A federal judge praised two prosecutors who were placed on leave after describing the Jan. 6 Capitol attack as a 'mob of rioters,' highlighting their legal work despite the controversy surrounding their characterization of the event.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by NPR
A man pardoned by President Trump for storming the U.S. Capitol in 2021 was arrested for allegedly threatening to kill House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, highlighting ongoing security concerns and the impact of pardons on public safety.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by NBC News
A Jan. 6 rioter pardoned by Trump was arrested for making a credible death threat against House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, highlighting ongoing legal issues and threats linked to the Capitol riot and its aftermath.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by BBC
A man pardoned for the 2021 Capitol riot, Christopher Moynihan, has been arrested for allegedly threatening to kill Hakeem Jeffries, a top Democrat, and planned to target him during a speech. Moynihan, who was sentenced to 21 months for his role in the riot, is accused of making credible death threats and has pleaded not guilty. The incident highlights ongoing political violence and the consequences of pardons granted by former President Trump.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by CBS News
A pardoned Capitol riot participant, Christopher Moynihan, was arrested for allegedly threatening to kill House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries at a New York City event, marking the first such case involving a pardoned rioter making a violent threat against a Congress member. Moynihan, previously convicted for his role in the January 6 Capitol attack and pardoned by President Trump, faces felony charges for the threat, highlighting ongoing concerns about recidivism among riot participants.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The Guardian
A senior national security prosecutor in Virginia was fired allegedly due to social media posts linking him to political figures and conspiracy theories, raising concerns about politicization within the Department of Justice, especially given his role in high-profile cases related to the Capitol riot and terrorism.