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The US Air Force announced it will offer military funeral honors to Ashli Babbitt, a supporter of Trump who was shot during the January 6 Capitol riot, marking a controversial gesture amid ongoing political debates about her death and the events of that day.
The US Supreme Court declined to hear an appeal from former New Mexico county commissioner Couy Griffin, who was removed from office for his role in the January 6 attack, upholding a decision that enforces a constitutional ban on insurrectionists holding office. This decision comes after the court ruled that states cannot use the 14th amendment to disqualify people from federal office, but can disqualify individuals from state office. Griffin, a Trump supporter and co-founder of Cowboys for Trump, was removed from office after being convicted of trespassing on Capitol grounds and was one of the first officials to be removed for involvement in the January 6 insurrection.
Former Trump adviser Peter Navarro has appealed to the US supreme court to prevent him from going to prison as he appeals his contempt of Congress conviction related to his refusal to cooperate with a congressional investigation into the January 6 attack on the US Capitol. Navarro argues that he couldn't cooperate due to Trump's invocation of executive privilege, but a federal judge ruled against this argument. This comes as the supreme court prepares to hear arguments on whether Trump himself has presidential immunity from charges related to the 2020 election. Navarro is the second Trump aide convicted of congressional contempt charges, following Steve Bannon.
Former Trump adviser Peter Navarro faces sentencing for contempt of Congress related to his refusal to comply with a subpoena from the House committee investigating the January 6 attack on Congress. Prosecutors have asked for 12 months in prison and a $200,000 fine, while Navarro's lawyers seek no more than six months probation and $100 fines on each count. Navarro denies wrongdoing, claiming Trump invoked executive privilege to prevent him from complying with the subpoena. This comes amid ongoing legal challenges and controversies involving Trump and his associates.
A New York massage therapist who participated in the January 6 Capitol riot has been sentenced to three months in jail after skipping court hearings, insulting a prosecutor, and berating the judge. Frank Rocco Giustino pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor charge related to the riot but was arrested last month for failing to appear in court. The judge criticized Giustino for his lack of remorse and disrespect for the court's authority. Giustino will remain in custody for approximately two more months. Over 1,200 people have been charged with federal crimes related to the Capitol attack, with nearly 900 pleading guilty or being convicted.
A New York massage therapist who participated in the January 6 Capitol riot has been sentenced to three months in jail after repeatedly disrespecting the court and berating the judge. Frank Rocco Giustino pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor charge but was arrested for failing to appear in court. The judge criticized Giustino for his lack of remorse and sentenced him to 90 days in jail. Prosecutors initially recommended four months but sought a longer sentence after Giustino disrupted a court hearing. Over 1,200 people have been charged in connection with the Capitol attack, with nearly 900 pleading guilty or being convicted.
A New York massage therapist who participated in the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol has been sentenced to three months in jail after skipping court hearings, insulting a prosecutor, and berating the judge. Frank Rocco Giustino pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor charge related to the riot but showed no remorse for his actions. Prosecutors initially recommended a four-month sentence, but it was reduced to three months. Giustino will remain in custody for approximately two more months. Over 1,200 people have been charged with federal crimes related to the Capitol attack, with nearly 900 pleading guilty or being convicted.
Attorneys for Donald Trump have filed motions to dismiss charges in the federal election subversion case, arguing that they violate his First Amendment rights and are the result of a "selective and vindictive prosecution." They also seek to remove mentions of the January 6 attack from the indictment, claiming it could be "highly prejudicial" against Trump. His attorneys argue that Trump's actions were protected by the First Amendment and that the indictment fails to prove the charges. They also claim that the prosecution is a political hit job and a result of biased efforts to protect Joe Biden. Trump faces four counts in the case and has pleaded not guilty.
Former Trump White House aide Cassidy Hutchinson believes the Republican party is at a "make-or-break moment" over whether to nominate Trump for the 2024 presidential race, citing his role in the January 6 attack on the US Capitol. Hutchinson, who testified about the attack, also dismissed rumors of dating Matt Gaetz and expressed her support for more moderate conservatives like Mitt Romney and Ronald Reagan. Despite facing multiple criminal indictments, Trump maintains a strong lead in polling for the 2024 Republican nomination.
Former Trump trade adviser Peter Navarro has been convicted of contempt of Congress for failing to comply with a subpoena from the House select committee investigating the January 6 attack on the US Capitol. Navarro is the second ex-aide to Trump to be prosecuted for lack of cooperation with the committee. Prosecutors argued that Navarro "made a choice" not to comply with the subpoena, while his attorney contested the simplicity of the subpoena and argued that his non-compliance was not willful. Navarro's defense team did not call any witnesses, and if convicted, he plans to raise legal issues on appeal.
James Beeks, a member of the Oath Keepers and an actor who played Judas in "Jesus Christ Superstar," has been acquitted of all federal charges related to the January 6 attack on the US Capitol. Beeks allegedly conspired with other Oath Keepers to disrupt the certification of the Electoral College vote. He was acquitted after a bench trial, during which evidence including his membership in the Oath Keepers and his actions during the attack were presented.
Former White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows has reportedly testified before a grand jury as part of Special Counsel Jack Smith's federal investigations into former President Donald Trump. Meadows is said to have answered questions under oath about Trump's attempts to overturn the 2020 election results, his actions in and around the January 6 attack, and the former president's retention of classified documents after he left the White House. Legal experts say this is a "very bad sign" for Trump, given Meadows' importance in both investigations. Meadows was previously subpoenaed to hand over thousands of text messages to the House Select Committee investigating the January 6 attack.