January 6 defendants
Coverage of January 6 defendants in the Nexus archive.
- January 6 defendants pursue millions in claims through obscure federal process
January 6 defendants are seeking millions in compensation via the Federal Tort Claims Act, which allows individuals to claim damages from the government. The process grants the Justice Department unchecked discretion to settle claims, using funds from the judgment fund previously linked to Trump’s $1.8bn slush fund. All claimants received pardons.
- January 6 defendants pursue millions in claims through obscure federal process
January 6 defendants are seeking millions in compensation from the Trump administration via the Federal Tort Claims Act, which allows government-related injury claims. The Justice Department has unchecked discretion over these claims, which would be paid from the judgment fund, the same source as Trump’s proposed $1.8bn slush fund. All claimants received pardons from Trump.
- The National | Danielle Smith defends separatism referendum plan
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith defends her plan to include a separatism referendum on the fall 2026 ballot. Hundreds of January 6 defendants seek funds from the controversial Anti-Weaponization Fund, while Stephen Colbert's departure raises questions about late-night TV's future.
- Trump allies, Jan. 6 defendants lining up to apply for $1.7 billion fund
January 6 defendants and Trump allies are applying for funds from the Department of Justice's newly announced $1.776 billion 'Anti-Weaponization Fund.' The fund, which was announced this week, is attracting applications from individuals connected to the Capitol riot and Trump administration associates.