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Judge Dismisses Proud Boys Case Following Justice Department Request

A federal judge has dismissed the prosecution of four Proud Boys members involved in the January 6 Capitol attack, following a request from the Justice Department. Judge Timothy Kelly stated that he lacked the authority to block the dismissal, citing principles of separation of powers. The Justice Department's motion to vacate the convictions was influenced by an executive order from President Trump.

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A federal judge has dismissed the prosecution of four Proud Boys members involved in the January 6 Capitol attack, following a request from the Justice Department. Judge Timothy Kelly stated that he lacked the authority to block the dismissal, citing principles of separation of powers. The Justice Department's motion to vacate the convictions was influenced by an executive order from President Trump.

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Trump-appointed judge permanently ends Proud Boys Jan. 6 case, says Constitution left him no choice

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Judge Dismisses Proud Boys Case Following Justice Department Request