Details on DOJ move to vacate Jan. 6 convictions against some former Proud Boys and Oath Keepers
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The Justice Department is moving to vacate Jan. 6 convictions against some former Proud Boys and Oath Keepers.
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The Justice Department is moving to vacate the Jan. 6 convictions of 12 former members of the Proud Boys and Oath Keepers. These individuals were largely convicted of seditious conspiracy related to the events of January 6th, 2021. This action by the DOJ could lead to the release or retrial of these individuals, altering the legal outcomes for those involved in the Capitol attack. The decision impacts a significant number of individuals from prominent right-wing groups previously found guilty of serious charges. CBS News homeland security correspondent Nicole Sganga is covering the details of this development.
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The Justice Department is taking action to vacate Jan. 6 convictions against 12 former Proud Boys and Oath Keepers.
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