Justice Department Reviews January 6 Convictions, Continues Federal Reserve Construction Site Inquiry

Why it matters locally: The DOJ's review of January 6 convictions and its Federal Reserve construction site investigation carry particular significance for the District of Columbia, where federal agencies are headquartered and where many of those charged in connection with the Capitol riot have faced prosecution in local federal courts.

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The Department of Justice (DOJ) this week is releasing a report concerning its operations. The agency is also reviewing convictions related to the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot. In addition to the report and the January 6 review, the DOJ continues its investigation into a construction site linked to the Federal Reserve. Details about the scope and focus of this investigation remain limited. The DOJ has not released further details regarding the report or the January 6 conviction reviews. The status and timeline of the Federal Reserve construction site inquiry are ongoing.