News Releases About January 6 Capitol Riot Prosecutions Removed From Justice Department Website

Why it matters locally: The removal affects prosecutions directly related to the January 6 attack on the Capitol, which occurred in District of Columbia and involved federal law enforcement and security agencies based in the district. As the seat of federal government, the district has particular interest in the accountability and transparency of these prosecutions.

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The Department of Justice's website no longer contains certain news releases pertaining to the prosecutions of individuals involved in the January 6, 2021, riot at the U.S. Capitol. The removed releases contained specifics regarding defendants who allegedly assaulted law enforcement personnel during the event. An examination of the website revealed the absence of the previously available information. Government officials have not yet commented on the reason for the removal of these specific news releases or the scope of the action.