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DOJ Weighs Refunds for January 6 Rioters’ Damages

4/13/2025

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The Department of Justice is considering refunding some January 6 rioters for damages to the Capitol, estimated at a staggering $3 million. Assistant U.S. Attorney Adam Dreher noted that while pardoned offenders usually can't receive reimbursement, there are exceptions. This discussion comes on the heels of President Trump's remarks about compensating those impacted by the insurrection's legal fallout.

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The Department of Justice is considering refunding some January 6 rioters for damages to the Capitol, estimated at a staggering $3 million. Assistant U.S. Attorney Adam Dreher noted that while pardoned offenders usually can't receive reimbursement, there are exceptions. This discussion comes on the heels of President Trump's remarks about compensating those impacted by the insurrection's legal fallout.