DOJ Rewrites Capitol Riot History, Compensates Some
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- Published
- May 23, 2026
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- 1:43
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- Last updated
- May 24, 2026
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The Justice Department is erasing records of January 6th Capitol riot charges and convictions, aiming to rewrite history and create a $1.776 billion fund for those who believe they were wrongly investigated. The move, justified as reversing weaponization of the DOJ, has sparked outrage, particularly over potential compensation for violent rioters. Seditio…
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The Justice Department is erasing records of January 6th Capitol riot charges and convictions, aiming to rewrite history and create a $1.776 billion fund for those who believe they were wrongly investigated. The move, justified as reversing weaponization of the DOJ, has sparked outrage, particularly over potential compensation for violent rioters. Seditious conspiracy cases against groups like the Proud Boys and Oath Keepers have been dismissed, marking a significant shift in how the events are
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