All articles tagged with #january 6 riot
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Washington Post
A person who was pardoned for participating in the January 6 Capitol riot has been arrested for allegedly threatening to kill House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, who confirmed receiving a credible death threat.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
A former NFL linebacker has been accused of hitting and pushing police officers during the January 6 Capitol riot, according to U.S. authorities. The incident is part of ongoing investigations into the violent events of that day, which saw numerous individuals charged with assaulting law enforcement and other criminal activities.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by BBC.com
Steve Bannon, a close ally of former President Donald Trump, has requested the US Supreme Court to delay his four-month prison sentence for contempt of Congress while he appeals his conviction. This comes after a federal appeals court denied his appeal. Bannon, who defied a subpoena from the congressional committee investigating the January 6 riot, must report to prison by July 1 unless the Supreme Court intervenes. Bannon has also made claims on his podcast about potential retribution against political opponents if Trump is re-elected.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNN
Sen. Richard Blumenthal criticized Justice Alito for not recusing himself from cases related to the 2020 presidential election and the January 6 Capitol riot, despite concerns over controversial flags displayed on Alito's properties.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Reuters
Federal Judge Michael Ponsor criticized Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito for flying provocative flags, including an upside-down American flag, outside his homes, calling it "dumb" and "improper." The flags, associated with Trump supporters and the January 6 Capitol riot, have led Democratic lawmakers to call for Alito's recusal from cases related to Trump and the 2020 election. Ponsor's op-ed in the New York Times emphasized that such actions could erode trust in the judiciary.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Fox News
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has called for Senate Democrats to investigate reports that flags associated with the January 6 Capitol riot were flown at Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito's home. Ocasio-Cortez argues that this represents a significant breach of trust and a threat to democracy, urging immediate action and accountability from Democrats. Alito has stated that the flags were displayed by his wife during a dispute with neighbors, and he had no involvement.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Hill
A flag associated with Christian nationalism and the "Stop the Steal" movement was seen flying outside Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito's vacation home in 2023, raising ethical concerns. This follows reports of an upside-down American flag at his Virginia home in January 2021. The revelations have led to calls for Alito to recuse himself from cases related to the Capitol riot, including a high-profile case currently before the Supreme Court.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNN
The Supreme Court will hear arguments on whether the federal obstruction charge can be used against January 6 rioters, a case that could also impact former President Donald Trump's legal troubles. The charge, which can add up to 20 years to a prison sentence, has significant ramifications for both the defendants and the Justice Department. The court's decision may also affect Trump's separate state charges in New York. The case revolves around the interpretation of a law enacted in 2002 and its application to the Capitol attack, with potential political implications and consequences for future cases.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Independent
A new report from Protect Democracy suggests that even if Donald Trump were to win the presidency again, he may not have the power to pardon individuals involved in the January 6 Capitol riot. The report outlines constitutional limitations on the president's pardon power, citing historical and legal precedents. Trump has previously promised to pardon his supporters convicted for their involvement in the riot, but legal experts and activists are concerned about the potential abuse of the pardon authority. The report's author, Grant Tudor, argues that pardoning individuals involved in an insurrection would go against constitutional constraints and historical precedents.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNN
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. initially repeated the false claim that January 6 rioters "carried no weapons" in a formal statement, but retracted it three hours later after facing criticism. This claim has been debunked multiple times, as video footage and court cases have proven that many rioters were armed with various weapons. Kennedy's campaign had previously tried to distance itself from fundraising emails that downplayed the actions of the rioters, and his Friday statement included other controversial claims about the riot. Numerous rioters have been convicted of carrying firearms and other weapons during the Capitol riot, contradicting the false claim.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNN
The Supreme Court's decision to take a case challenging how the Justice Department prosecutes January 6 rioters has put several rioters' sentencings on hold and could impact hundreds more cases, including Donald Trump's. If successful, the challenge could potentially wipe away counts against Trump and upend felony convictions for dozens of rioters. The case, brought by a former police patrolman, questions whether the law used to secure felony convictions against rioters applies to congressional proceedings like the certification of the 2020 election. Defense attorneys for rioters are considering seeking relief in light of the Supreme Court's action, and the outcome is likely to have the greatest impact on riot defendants whose sole felony count is obstruction of an official proceeding.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Santa Barbara Independent
Karen Jones, an elected director of the Santa Ynez Valley Community Services District, and her husband have been arrested and charged with federal counts of entering a restricted building and disorderly conduct in connection with their participation in the January 6 Capitol riot. They are the first Santa Barbara County residents to be arrested in connection with the events. Jones, an outspoken Trump supporter, surrendered to authorities in Texas, while her husband was arrested in Los Angeles. Each count carries a maximum potential sentence of 12 months in prison.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Newsweek
Donald Trump's lawyers are reportedly concerned about the evidence extracted from his phone by experts, including images, geolocation data, internet history, and social media posts, which allegedly show his encouragement of the January 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol. Prosecutors have announced their intention to call three phone data experts to testify about Trump's movements during the riots. Trump has pleaded not guilty to charges related to the events of January 6 and is facing multiple criminal cases while campaigning for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNN
Sentencing hearings for two leaders of the far-right Proud Boys group, Enrique Tarrio and Ethan Nordean, convicted of conspiracy related to the January 6 riot at the US Capitol, have been rescheduled due to a judge's medical issue. Nordean's sentencing is now set for Friday, while Tarrio's is scheduled for Tuesday. Prosecutors have requested lengthy prison sentences for both defendants.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Newsweek
Conservative attorney George Conway has highlighted a "huge" legal development that could affect former President Donald Trump after a federal appeals court upheld a decision that would have overturned an obstruction charge used against January 6 defendants. The obstruction of an official proceeding charge would be used against hundreds of defendants arrested in connection with the riot at the U.S. Capitol building that occurred on January 6, 2021. Trump is being investigated over his alleged involvement in the events that unfolded that day when he told his supporters to "fight like hell" after he lost the 2020 presidential election.