U.S. District Judge Timothy Kelly dismissed the prosecution of four Proud Boys members related to the January 6 Capitol attack, stating he had no authority to block the Justice Department's request. The dismissal follows a federal appeals court vacating their convictions. Judge Kelly noted that decisions to charge or dismiss cases are within the executive branch's authority, and he could not compel the Justice Department to continue the prosecution. The Justice Department had moved to dismiss the case, citing an executive order from former President Donald Trump commuting the sentences of the defendants. Kelly expressed disapproval of the actions of the January 6 rioters, emphasizing the need for unity to preserve the constitutional framework of the nation. Proud Boys member Enrique Tarrio, who was also pardoned, publicly celebrated the dismissal.
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Judge Dismisses Proud Boys' Jan 6 Case at Justice Department's 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 he lacked the authority to block the dismissal, which was influenced by an executive order from former President Trump. Kelly criticized the actions of the rioters while underscoring the importance of upholding the constitutional framework.
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