Oath Keepers
Coverage of Oath Keepers in the Nexus archive.
- Judge criticizes the Justice Department as he dismisses Jan. 6 seditious conspiracy case
A federal judge dismissed a seditious conspiracy case against members of the Oath Keepers at the Trump administration’s request, criticizing the Justice Department for absolving the defendants. The dismissal, following the Biden administration’s vacating of convictions, closes the book on Jan. 6 cases affected by Trump’s pardons.
- Judge criticizes the Justice Department as he dismisses Jan. 6 seditious conspiracy case
A federal judge dismissed a seditious conspiracy case against the far-right Oath Keepers group at the administration’s request, criticizing the Justice Department's efforts to rewrite the history of the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol.
- Judge criticizes the Justice Department as he dismisses Jan. 6 seditious conspiracy case
A federal judge dismissed the seditious conspiracy case against the Oath Keepers at the Trump administration’s request, criticizing the Justice Department for undoing convictions related to the Jan. 6 Capitol attack. The dismissal closes cases vacated by Trump’s pardons and commutations, with the Biden administration reversing prior convictions of Oath Keepers founder Stewart Rhodes and others.
- Judge criticizes the Justice Department as he dismisses Jan. 6 seditious conspiracy case
A federal judge dismissed a seditious conspiracy case against members of the Oath Keepers group at the Trump administration's request, closing the book on Jan. 6 cases affected by Trump's pardons. The judge criticized the Justice Department's reversal of convictions, calling it a diminishment of the day's gravity.
- Judge pained as he grants dismissal of Jan. 6 charges against Oath Keepers
A judge dismissed Jan. 6 charges against the Oath Keepers and criticized the administration's request for dismissal, calling it 'unearned grace.'
- Judge dismisses Jan. 6 seditious conspiracy charges against Oath Keepers
A judge dismissed seditious conspiracy charges against the Oath Keepers related to the Jan. 6 events and criticized the Justice Department for reversing the most serious convictions.
- Judge Pained as He Grants Dismissal of Jan. 6 Charges Against Oath Keepers
A judge granted dismissal of Jan. 6 charges against the Oath Keepers, expressing that the events caused profound damage to people at the Capitol and the nation’s politics. The case involves Trump supporters who were present at the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.
- Judge grants DoJ bid to dismiss January 6 cases against rightwing Oath Keepers
A US judge granted the justice department’s request to dismiss cases against members of the rightwing Oath Keepers militia involved in the January 6 2021 Capitol attack. The ruling vacates convictions of Oath Keepers founder Stewart Rhodes and others for seditious conspiracy related to efforts to block the 2020 election power transfer.
- Trump defends massive settlement for ‘great American Patriots’ of Jan. 6, attacks GOP senators
President Donald Trump defended a $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' settlement fund for individuals involved in the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol attack, claiming it compensates those 'hunted down' by the Biden administration. Two Republican senators, John Cornyn and Thom Tillis, withheld support for Trump’s attorney general nominee, Todd Blanche, until the fund is formally ended, which Blanche argues was already addressed in June.
- Trump defends massive settlement for ‘great American Patriots’ of Jan. 6, attacks GOP senators
President Donald Trump defended a $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' settlement fund, claiming it compensates individuals affected by the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol attack, while Republican senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis withheld support for Trump’s attorney general nominee, Todd Blanche, until the fund is formally ended. Trump commuted sentences for 14 Jan. 6 participants and pardoned others, but critics argue the fund improperly benefits those who attacked law enforcement.
- Trump defends massive settlement for ‘great American Patriots’ of Jan. 6, attacks GOP senators
President Donald Trump defended a $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' settlement fund, claiming it benefits individuals prosecuted by the Biden administration after the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol attack. Two Republican senators, John Cornyn and Thom Tillis, withheld support for Trump’s attorney general nominee, Todd Blanche, until the fund is formally ended. Trump commuted sentences for 14 Jan. 6 participants and pardoned others, calling them 'great American Patriots.'
- Trump defends massive settlement for ‘great American Patriots’ of Jan. 6, attacks GOP senators
President Donald Trump defended his $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' settlement fund, claiming it compensates individuals involved in the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack. Two Republican senators withheld support for Trump’s attorney general nominee until the fund is formally ended, citing concerns over its continuation.
- Trump defends massive settlement for ‘great American Patriots’ of Jan. 6, attacks GOP senators
President Donald Trump defended a $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' settlement fund on social media and in a Cabinet meeting, claiming it compensates individuals targeted by the Biden administration after the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol attack. Two Republican senators, John Cornyn and Thom Tillis, withheld support for Trump’s attorney general nominee Todd Blanche until the fund is formally terminated, arguing that those involved in the attack should not receive federal compensation.
- Trump defends fund to pay ‘great American Patriots’ who attacked the US Capitol to overturn an election
President Donald Trump defended his $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' settlement fund, which he claims compensates individuals involved in the January 6, 2021, U.S. Capitol attack. Two Republican senators, John Cornyn and Thom Tillis, withheld support for Trump's attorney general nominee, Todd Blanche, until the fund is formally ended.
- Trump defends massive settlement for ‘great American Patriots’ of Jan. 6
President Donald Trump defended a $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' settlement fund, claiming it compensates individuals prosecuted after the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol attack. Two Republican senators, John Cornyn and Thom Tillis, withheld support for Trump’s attorney general nominee, Todd Blanche, until the fund is formally ended. Trump pardoned 14 Jan. 6 participants and others charged with related crimes.
- Trump’s Justice Department scrubs its website of news releases about Jan. 6 defendants
The Trump administration's Justice Department has removed news releases about Jan. 6, 2021, riot prosecutions, calling them 'partisan propaganda.' It also announced a $1.776 billion fund to compensate Trump allies prosecuted for the Capitol assault, including pardons for over 1,500 defendants and dismissed seditious conspiracy cases against groups like the Proud Boys and Oath Keepers.
- GOP candidate Bianco's two-word jab at Katie Porter draws gasps from California debate audience
California gubernatorial debate between Katie Porter and Chad Bianco turned heated over sanctuary policies, with Bianco making a comment about Porter's motherhood. The debate was marked by controversy and personal attacks. Both candidates have faced criticism and controversy in their campaigns.
- Details on DOJ move to vacate Jan. 6 convictions against some former Proud Boys and Oath Keepers
The Justice Department is vacating the Jan. 6 convictions of 12 former members of the Proud Boys and Oath Keepers, who were primarily convicted of seditious conspiracy. The decision was reported by CBS News homeland security correspondent Nicole Sganga.
- DOJ is trying to dismiss Jan. 6 convictions against former Proud Boys and Oath Keepers
The Department of Justice is attempting to dismiss convictions of former Proud Boys and Oath Keepers members linked to the Jan. 6 Capitol riots. The case involves legal challenges to charges related to the 2021 attack on the U.S. Capitol.
- Republicans struggle to highlight Trump’s cuts as Americans see little effect on Tax Day – US politics live
Republicans face challenges in promoting Trump's 2025 tax cuts as voters report little impact on Tax Day. Meanwhile, political developments include Eric Swalwell's resignation, funding disputes over DHS agencies, and debates over removing Trump via the 25th Amendment. International tensions involve Iran, Israel, and Lebanon, while Senate confirmation hearings for Federal Reserve chair Kevin Warsh proceed amid scrutiny of his ties to Epstein and financial interests.
- Justice Department moves to toss conspiracy convictions for Jan. 6 rioters
The U.S. Justice Department has requested a federal appeals court to dismiss seditious conspiracy convictions against Proud Boys and Oath Keepers leaders for their involvement in the Jan. 6, 2021 Capitol attack. The legal action challenges the validity of these convictions under federal conspiracy laws.
- Trump's Justice Department to toss seditious conspiracy convictions of Oath Keepers and Proud Boys
The Trump administration's Justice Department has decided to dismiss seditious conspiracy convictions against the Oath Keepers and Proud Boys. This move overturns previous federal charges related to the groups' alleged involvement in conspiracy theories and unlawful activities.
- US DoJ files for overturning January 6 convictions for far-right groups’ members
The US Department of Justice has requested a federal appeals judge to overturn convictions of Proud Boys and Oath Keepers members for seditious conspiracy related to the 2021 Capitol siege. The filing targets leaders Ethan Nordean, Joseph Biggs, and Stewart Rhodes, who were previously convicted in connection with the violent attack.
- DOJ seeks to vacate Jan 6 convictions in sweeping move tied to Trump order
The DOJ filed motions to vacate Jan 6 convictions of Oath Keepers and Proud Boys members, citing lack of justice in prosecuting cases linked to Trump's commuted sentences. The move follows Trump's 2025 pardon or commutation of sentences for most defendants.
- Trump administration moves to toss remaining Jan. 6 convictions, clearing Proud Boys and Oath Keepers
The Trump administration is seeking to dismiss remaining convictions related to the January 6 Capitol attack, which would clear the Proud Boys and Oath Keepers of charges. The article references President Donald Trump's supporters gathering outside the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.
- DOJ moves to vacate convictions of Proud Boys, Oath Keepers from Jan. 6
The DOJ is seeking to vacate the convictions of Proud Boys and Oath Keepers members related to the January 6 Capitol attack, targeting individuals not covered by Trump's clemency pardons. This legal move highlights ongoing debates over accountability for the riot.
- Justice Department moves to toss seditious conspiracy convictions of Oath Keepers and Proud Boys
The Justice Department seeks to overturn seditious conspiracy convictions of Oath Keepers and Proud Boys leaders tied to the 2021 Capitol attack. The request aims to vacate convictions and dismiss indictments, following Trump's earlier clemency for some defendants.
- DOJ moves to dismiss Jan. 6 convictions against 12 former Proud Boys, Oath Keepers
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has requested a federal court to dismiss Jan. 6 convictions against 12 former members of the Proud Boys and Oath Keepers. The move aims to vacate remaining charges related to the Capitol riot, which are still pending.