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The Justice Department asked a court to overturn the seditious-conspiracy convictions of members of the Oath Keepers and Proud Boys tied to the January 6 Capitol riot, signaling a major development in ongoing prosecutions.
The U.S. Department of Justice asked a federal appeals court to overturn the seditious conspiracy convictions of 12 defendants linked to the January 6 Capitol riot, arguing that dismissing the case is in the interests of justice. Trump pardoned or commuted more than 1,500 rioters, but the convictions could be erased only if the court approves, a move seen as a symbolic win for Trump. Notable figures discussed include Oath Keepers and Proud Boys leaders, with a filing deadline of April 17 for expungement requests.
Federal prosecutors filed court papers seeking to vacate the seditious-conspiracy convictions of 12 members of the Proud Boys and Oath Keepers tied to the Jan. 6, 2021 Capitol riot; the move echoes President Trump’s commutations and, if approved, would erase those convictions from the defendants’ records and could affect future prosecutions and the historical narrative of the attack.
A Florida-based class-action suit filed by members of the Jan. 6 mob accuses Capitol Police and DC Metropolitan Police of using indiscriminate and dangerous crowd-control methods, seeking tens of millions in damages and aiming to represent others on the Capitol’s West Front. Lead plaintiffs include A.J. Fischer, a Proud Boy who was charged in the riot, and Patrick and Marie Sullivan; the case cites pepper balls, chemical spray, and other non-lethal munitions as injuring rioters and bystanders. The filing follows Trump-era pardons and prior government settlements with other allies, and may be expanded if certified as a class. Note: Fischer was charged, not convicted.
Trump skips CPAC 2026 as tensions over Iran escalate, triggering a divided MAGA landscape: CPAC speakers urge unity amid a hawkish mood, while allies push boycott talk and midterm warnings—yet Trump still commands loyalty within the base.
Members of the Proud Boys are calling for Attorney General Pam Bondi's resignation after the Justice Department filed a motion to dismiss their $100 million lawsuit related to the Jan. 6 Capitol riot, alleging systemic abuse and constitutional violations, which has sparked criticism and further legal challenges from Jan. 6 defendants and supporters.
Five Proud Boys members involved in the January 6 Capitol storming are suing the U.S. government for over $100 million, claiming violations of their constitutional rights during their arrest and detention, despite being pardoned by President Trump in 2025. The lawsuit includes allegations of forceful raids, solitary confinement, and cruel treatment, and seeks damages and interest. Some members have expressed intentions to run for office and defend their actions.
Five Proud Boys leaders, convicted for their roles in the January 6 Capitol riot and later pardoned by Trump, have sued the US government for $100 million, alleging violations of their rights and political bias in their prosecution.
Proud Boys leaders, pardoned by Trump for their roles in the Jan. 6 Capitol riot, have sued the federal government claiming constitutional rights violations and seeking $100 million in damages, alleging systemic abuse of the legal system to punish political allies of Trump.
Five Proud Boys members convicted of seditious conspiracy in connection with the Jan. 6 Capitol attack sued the government for $100 million, claiming political persecution and alleging the prosecution was politically motivated, as part of a broader effort by rioters to shift blame and rewrite the events of that day.
Enrique Tarrio, the former leader of the Proud Boys, returned to a Washington federal court to testify in the trial of a police officer accused of providing him with confidential information before the January 6 Capitol riot. Tarrio, who was sentenced to 22 years for seditious conspiracy, expressed frustration over his imprisonment and hinted at the shifting political landscape with Donald Trump's potential return to power. Tarrio's testimony was marked by defiance and a refusal to discuss the events of January 6, while prosecutors questioned his credibility due to his history of spreading false information.
Enrique Tarrio, former Proud Boys leader, refused to answer questions about the Jan. 6 Capitol attack during the trial of Shane Lamond, a former D.C. police officer accused of providing Tarrio with information about an arrest warrant. Tarrio, serving a 22-year sentence for seditious conspiracy, testified that he lied to his group about his communications with Lamond, who allegedly acted as a 'double agent' for the Proud Boys. Tarrio claimed his arrest was a planned publicity stunt and denied Lamond's involvement in tipping him off, despite evidence of extensive communication between them.
A former leader of the Proud Boys testified in defense of a police officer accused of aiding him, as part of a trial examining the officer's alleged misconduct. The testimony is part of ongoing legal proceedings to determine the officer's involvement with the extremist group.
The Proud Boys, a far-right group involved in the January 6 Capitol attack, are reportedly mobilizing to monitor polling places as Donald Trump continues to claim that he can only lose the upcoming election due to voter fraud. Despite several leaders being imprisoned for seditious conspiracy, the group remains active, with some members planning to act as poll watchers. Trump's rhetoric has intensified, with violent imagery and accusations against Democrats, while the Proud Boys use platforms like Telegram to spread election misinformation.
Marc Anthony Bru, a member of the Proud Boys, was sentenced to six years in prison for his involvement in the Jan. 6 Capitol riot, where he obstructed an official proceeding and engaged in civil disorder. Bru took selfies in the Senate gallery and expressed defiance towards the legal process. His sentencing is part of the ongoing legal actions against individuals involved in the Capitol breach, with over 1,200 people charged so far.