Capitol riot

  • Accused Capitol Rioter Skips Obstruction Charge After Supreme Court Ruling

    A U.S. prosecutor announced on Wednesday that the Justice Department would not pursue the revival of an obstruction charge against former police officer Joseph Fischer, who was charged in connection with the U.S. Capitol riot. Fischer successfully persuaded the U.S. Supreme Court to raise the legal standard for this offense, leading to broader implications for…

  • Trump, Rioters In The Spotlight As Supreme Court Set To Weigh In On Jan. 6 Insurrection Case

    On Tuesday, April 16, the Supreme Court is set to delve into a consequential legal battle that could have far-reaching implications for over 300 individuals linked to the Jan. 6, 2021 Capitol insurrection, including former President Donald Trump. At the heart of the matter in Fischer v. United States is the interpretation of a federal…

  • A Window Into Trump’s ‘Private’ Acts on Jan. 6 May Soon Be Made Public

    A federal judge in Washington, D.C., is poised to make a pivotal ruling that could shed light on the extent of former President Donald Trump’s involvement in the events surrounding the January 6 Capitol riot. This decision may soon make public key pieces of evidence from discovery that some legal experts argue demonstrate Trump’s actions…

  • Floodgates Have Been Opened: Appeals Court Clears Path for Civil Lawsuits Against Trump Over Jan. 6 Capitol Riot

    The U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia has made a significant decision that could have far-reaching implications for former President Donald Trump. In an order issued on Friday, March 8, 2024, the appeals court paved the way for three civil complaints against Trump related to the events of January 6th, when the…