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The American Conservative
3 days ago
Law

Will SCOTUS Bless the 'Obstruction' Tool for Speech Suppression?

The Supreme Court ruling on obstruction charges related to the January 6 Capitol riot may impact the cases of approximately 350 individuals, including Donald Trump, and could also protect First Amendment rights. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
Law

US supreme court skeptical of using obstruction law to charge Capitol riot defendants

The US Supreme Court's concern over using obstruction statute to charge Capitol riot defendants may impact Trump's case. [ more ]
time.com
3 weeks ago
Law

Charges Against Trump and Jan. 6 Rioters at Stake in Supreme Court Case

The Supreme Court is considering a case that could impact the criminal prosecution of Donald Trump for his actions to overturn the 2020 election results. [ more ]
www.mediaite.com
4 weeks ago
Left-wing politics

Biden Bluntly Answers Donald Trump' When Asked What's The Biggest Threat to U.S. Democracy Right Now

President Biden names Donald Trump as primary threat to freedom and democracy in the US.
Biden references Trump's past statements and behavior as evidence of threat to democracy. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
US Elections

Trump Told Pence Certifying Election Would Be Career Killer,' Valet Testified

Former President Trump directly threatened Mike Pence to overturn election results or face career consequences.
Testimony by Trump's valet provides rare insight into Trump's behavior on Jan. 6, 2021. [ more ]
www.france24.com
1 month ago
US Elections

Former vice president Mike Pence will not endorse Donald Trump in 2024 US election

Pence will not endorse Trump for 2024 election
Pence broke with Trump over refusal to support illegal actions [ more ]
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www.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago
Law

Justices Questioned a Law Used to Charge Jan. 6 Rioters

The Supreme Court is hesitating to allow the use of a federal obstruction law in the prosecution of Capitol rioters. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago
Law

Trump's Jan. 6 Case Could Go On Even if Court Limits Use of Obstruction Law

The Supreme Court's decision on the federal obstruction law could impact the case against Trump supporters involved in the Capitol riot, but might not significantly alter Trump's own case. [ more ]
www.npr.org
3 weeks ago
Law

Supreme Court hears challenge to law used to prosecute hundreds of Jan. 6 defendants

The Supreme Court will review a federal obstruction law used in Capitol riot cases, including one against a former police officer. [ more ]
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www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
New York City

Man Who Smoked Marijuana in Senate Office on Jan. 6 Sentenced to Prison

Man sentenced to 3.5 years for Capitol riot involvement and smoking a joint in senator's office. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
US politics

Man Who Assaulted Six Officers on Jan. 6 Is Sentenced to 5 Years in Prison

Florida man sentenced to 5 years in prison for assaulting police officers during Capitol riot
Prosecutors described him as one of the most violent January 6 rioters [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
US politics

Man Who Assaulted Six Officers on Jan. 6 Is Sentenced to 5 Years in Prison

Florida man sentenced to 5 years in prison for assaulting police officers during Capitol riot
Prosecutors described him as one of the most violent January 6 rioters [ more ]
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www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
US Elections

Trump Tries to Turn the G.O.P. Race Into a Vice-Presidential Casting Call

Donald Trump is already considering potential vice-presidential contenders for his campaign.
Joining Trump's ticket may come with risks, as seen with Mike Pence and the Capitol riot. [ more ]
www.mediaite.com
1 week ago
Left-wing politics

Biden Declares in Howard Stern Interview He's Happy' to Debate Trump

President Biden is ready to debate Trump. He criticized Trump's actions during the Capitol riot and noted challenges in dealing with Republicans. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
New York City

Inside Trump's Complicated Relationship With Law Enforcement

President Trump commuted a man's sentence amidst the Capitol riot chaos, trying to maintain a law enforcement champion image. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
New York City

Brooklyn Jewish Newspaper's Ex-Top Editor Pleads Guilty to Jan. 6 Charge

The former top editor of an Orthodox Jewish newspaper pleaded guilty to obstructing police officers' efforts during the Capitol riot.
The newspaper had previously claimed that the editor was at the Capitol to cover the events as a journalist, but court records indicate otherwise. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
New York City

Ex-G.O.P. Mayoral Candidate Pleads Guilty to Charge Tied to Jan. 6 Riot

Former Connecticut alderman pleads guilty to trespassing for his role in the Capitol riot.
Gino DiGiovanni Jr. hopes to be spared jail time when he is sentenced in April. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
3 weeks ago
Law

Supreme Court might drop Jan. 6 obstruction charges. How it affects Sacramento defendants

Ruling on obstruction charge could impact Capitol rioters' sentences. [ more ]
Above the Law
2 months ago
Law

January 6th Rioter Finds Out What Happens When You F Around With A Federal Judge

Fellows convicted of felony and misdemeanors for Capitol riot
Heated exchange with judge during sentencing resulted in a 3.5-year sentence [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
Deliverability

R.F.K. Jr.'s Campaign Expressed Sympathy for Jan. 6 Rioters, Then Retracted It

RFK Jr.'s campaign reflected views aligning with former President Trump, leading to a quick retraction.
Campaign shifted focus from Capitol rioters' rights to supporting Julian Assange, facing extradition for violating the Espionage Act. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
US politics

Conservative Influencer Is Charged in Jan. 6 Attack

Conservative social media influencer arrested for Capitol riot involvement
Influencer accused of theft of government property and deletion of social media posts to obstruct investigation [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
2 months ago
US politics

Accused Jan. 6 rioter faces new charge in Sacramento of receiving child pornography

Kyle Travis Colton faces new federal charges of receiving child pornography in addition to charges related to the Capitol Riot.
Colton's involvement in child pornography could lead to a prison sentence of up to 20 years and a $250,000 fine. [ more ]
Washington Post
3 months ago
US politics

State Dept. diplomatic security officer charged with Jan. 6 trespassing

A diplomatic security officer for the State Department has been arrested and charged with four misdemeanor counts for entering the U.S. Capitol during the riot on January 6, 2021.
The officer, Kevin M. Alstrup, is not accused of fighting with police or causing damage but was captured on multiple videos and photographs entering, walking around, and leaving the Capitol. [ more ]
Jewish Telegraphic Agency
3 months ago
US politics

Elliot Resnick, former Jewish Press editor, pleads guilty to Jan. 6 felony - Jewish Telegraphic Agency

Elliot Resnick, former editor of a Jewish newspaper, pleaded guilty to joining the Capitol riot and obstructing a police officer.
Under a plea agreement, Resnick could face a prison sentence of 8-14 months and a fine between $4,000 and $40,000. [ more ]
POLITICO
3 months ago
US politics

Cheney accuses Stefanik of deleting 2021 statement condemning Jan. 6 protesters

Liz Cheney accuses Elise Stefanik of deleting a press release condemning the Capitol riot.
Cheney calls out Stefanik's shift in stance on the January 6 attack. [ more ]
Flipboard
3 months ago
US politics

Norwalk man arrested on Jan. 6 federal charges | Flipboard

Michael Haltom charged for alleged role in Capitol riot
He was one of the first people to breach the Capitol [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
East Bay (California)

Latest line: A good week for Sam Liccardo, a bad week for Kathryn Lybarger

Sam Liccardo leads in San Jose mayoral election primary
Peter Navarro ordered to prison for 4 months after Capitol riot investigation [ more ]
www.dw.com
2 months ago
US Elections

Senator Mitch McConnell to leave top Republican post DW 02/28/2024

Mitch McConnell announces stepping down as Senate leader but will serve out his term till 2027.
McConnell's decision unrelated to health issues; reflects on changing Republican Party dynamics under Trump. [ more ]
Axios
3 months ago
US politics

Reagan-appointed judge slams as "preposterous" some Republicans' claims on Jan. 6 "hostages"

Judge criticizes public figures for rewriting history of Capitol riot
Judge expresses dismay at meritless justifications of criminal activity [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
US politics

Ex-U.S. Soldier Who Killed Iraqi Civilian Charged with Attacking Police on Jan. 6

Former soldier convicted of killing Iraqi civilian charged with assaulting police officers during Capitol riot.
Edward Richmond Jr. faces federal charges including civil disorder and assaulting officers. [ more ]
www.mediaite.com
3 months ago
US politics

Trump Confuses Nancy Pelosi with Nikki Haley, Blames the Latter for Jan. 6 Capitol Riot: 'Nikki Haley Is in Charge of Security'

Former President Trump blamed Nikki Haley for the Jan. 6 Capitol riot during a rally.
Trump confused Haley with Nancy Pelosi and accused her of deleting evidence.
Trump wrongly claimed that Haley was in charge of security and blamed her for rejecting his offer of National Guard soldiers. [ more ]
www.ocregister.com
3 months ago
US politics

California man accused of entering U.S. Capitol during Jan. 6 riot is arrested

A man from Placentia, California, was arrested for his involvement in the 2021 attack on the U.S. Capitol.
The man was charged with entering a restricted building and attempting to impede government business. [ more ]
HuffPost
3 months ago
US politics

Washington Judge Says Trump Can Appear On State Primary Ballots

Former President Donald Trump can be listed on state presidential primary ballots in Washington state
Only two states have said Trump could be barred from primary ballots: Colorado and Maine [ more ]
Chicago Tribune
3 months ago
Chicago

Feds want a year in prison for Chicago cop who entered Capitol on Jan. 6 and texted friend: 'It was epic'

A Chicago police officer and his sister are facing sentencing for their involvement in the Capitol riot on January 6, 2021.
Prosecutors are asking for relatively stiff prison terms due to the officer's lies on the witness stand. [ more ]
Chicago Tribune
3 months ago
US politics

Feds want a year in prison for Chicago cop who entered Capitol on Jan. 6 and texted friend: 'It was epic'

A Chicago police officer and his sister are facing sentencing for their involvement in the Capitol riot on January 6, 2021.
Prosecutors are asking for relatively stiff prison terms due to the officer's lies on the witness stand. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
US news

Man Who Assaulted Six Officers on Jan. 6 Is Sentenced to 5 Years in Prison

Florida man sentenced to 5 years in prison for assaulting police officers during Capitol riot
Prosecutors described him as one of the most violent January 6 rioters [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
US politics

Ex-G.O.P. Mayoral Candidate Pleads Guilty to Charge Tied to Jan. 6 Riot

Former Connecticut alderman pleads guilty to trespassing for his role in the Capitol riot.
Gino DiGiovanni Jr. hopes to be spared jail time when he is sentenced in April. [ more ]
Axios
3 months ago
US politics

Maryland Republican election official resigns after arrest on Jan. 6 charges

A Maryland elections board official resigned after being arrested for his involvement in the Jan. 6 U.S. Capitol riot.
Carlos Ayala is accused of climbing a police barricade, jabbing a flagpole at a Capitol Police officer, and urging police to join the rioters. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
US politics

Here are the lawyers arguing the case.

The lawyers arguing the case of whether Trump is immune to charges have experience in high-profile appeals.
James Pearce, arguing on behalf of the special counsel, has played a crucial role in supporting cases against Capitol rioters. [ more ]
WSJ
3 months ago
US politics

Ray Epps, Target of Jan. 6 Conspiracy Theorists, Sentenced to Probation

Probation and community service imposed on Capitol riot participant Ray Epps.
Judge deems a six-month prison sentence unnecessary for Epps. [ more ]
www.mediaite.com
4 months ago
US politics

Former Federal Prosecutor Says Ex-Staffers' Testimony Is A Nail in the Coffin' for Trump

Former White House aides' testimony is a devastating blow to Trump.
The testimony shows that Trump was not interested in stopping the Capitol riot as it unfolded. [ more ]
New York Post
4 months ago
US politics

Trump warns Biden 'would be ripe for indictment' in latest social media screed

Former President Donald Trump suggests President Biden could face charges if Trump's claims of presidential immunity fail.
Trump plans to attend a hearing defending his immunity claims before the DC Circuit Court of Appeals. [ more ]
New York Post
4 months ago
US politics

Trump's deputy WH chief of staff opens up to special counsel about Jan. 6: report

Dan Scavino, former White House deputy chief of staff for communications, opened up to federal prosecutors about Trump's anger towards the 'stolen election' during the Capitol riot.
Scavino was one of the few aides with direct access to Trump during the chaos at the Capitol and reportedly told investigators that Trump was 'very angry' about the election, but not interested in taking steps to curtail the riot. [ more ]
New York Post
4 months ago
US politics

Mike Pence confident FBI didn't orchestrate Jan. 6

Former Vice President Mike Pence refutes allegations that the FBI instigated the Capitol riot.
Pence expresses gratitude for the FBI's efforts in bringing the rioters to justice. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
4 months ago
US politics

On Jan. 6 Anniversary, Trump Repeats Lie That 2020 Election Was Stolen

Donald Trump continues to downplay the severity of the Capitol riot and calls for the release of those imprisoned for their actions on January 6th.
Trump criticizes the congressional committee investigating the attack as fake and focuses on criticizing President Biden's policies. [ more ]
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