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legalcourt1 year ago

"Judge dismisses 'hostages' label for Jan. 6 defendants in Trump election interference case"

Judge Tanya Chutkan overseeing former President Donald Trump's election interference case rejected the "hostages" label for jailed Capitol riot defendants, emphasizing that they are being held because they are dangerous. She sentenced Antony Vo, a rioter, to nine months in prison, noting his lack of remorse. Chutkan has been known for handing down harsher sentences to Capitol rioters and has placed Trump's trial on hold while he pursues claims of immunity from prosecution.

legalcriminal-justice1 year ago

"Trump's Pledge to Pardon Capitol Rioters Accused of Assaulting Police Officers"

Judge Tanya Chutkan overseeing the Capitol riot cases rejects the characterization of jailed defendants as "hostages," emphasizing that they are being held due to their dangerous actions. Former President Donald Trump and his allies have referred to the defendants as "hostages," with Trump making contributions and speaking at fundraisers for them. Chutkan sentenced Antony Vo, a Capitol riot defendant, to nine months in prison, emphasizing his lack of remorse and refusal to accept responsibility. Chutkan has been noted for handing down harsher sentences to Capitol rioters compared to other judges.