The Justice Department has agreed to pay nearly $5 million to the estate of Ashli Babbitt, who was shot by police during the Capitol riot on January 6, 2021. This settlement comes despite the family initially seeking $30 million. Outgoing Capitol Police Chief Tom Manger expressed disappointment over the decision, citing the justified nature of the shooting as previously determined by the DOJ. Babbitt, a veteran and supporter of Trump, was shot while attempting to breach the Capitol's Speaker's Lobby, and her family claimed negligence on the part of the officer involved.
After a thorough investigation, it was determined to be a justified shooting.
This settlement sends a chilling message to law enforcement officers across our nation.
I was extremely disappointed, and I disagreed with the Department of Justice's decision to settle this lawsuit.
Babbitt's family accused Byrd of negligence and failing to 'de-escalate' the situation.
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