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law-and-politics2 years ago•3 min saved

Supreme Court's Review of Obstruction Law in Jan. 6 Case Could Impact Trump's Defense

The Supreme Court has agreed to review whether a federal obstruction law can be used to prosecute individuals involved in the January 6 attack on the US Capitol, a decision that could impact hundreds of criminal cases, including the pending case against former President Donald Trump. The specific issue revolves around the intent of the rioters and the catch-all provision of the obstruction law. The Justice Department has used this charge as a cornerstone in many Capitol riot cases. The Supreme Court's decision will provide clarity on the issue and is expected next summer.

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law2 years ago•3 min saved

Federal appeals court upholds obstruction charge against Jan. 6 rioters.

The federal appeals court in Washington, DC, has upheld the Justice Department’s use of a key criminal charge against hundreds of January 6 rioters, saying they can be charged with obstructing Congress. The major ruling affects more than 300 criminal cases brought in the wake of the Capitol riot. The Justice Department has used the charge – obstructing on official proceeding – as the cornerstone of many of the more serious Capitol riot cases.

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