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January 6 Rioters Sue Government for $18.4 Million Over Force

4/4/2026

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Protesters Sue Government

Participants in the January 6 riot filed a class action lawsuit against the federal government in Florida, claiming police used excessive force during the Capitol attack.
The lawsuit seeks over $18.4 million and includes 46 individuals, with Alan Fischer, a Proud Boys member, as the lead plaintiff.
The suit alleges police indiscriminately deployed munitions against a peaceful crowd.
The government settled a separate lawsuit with Ashli Babbitt's estate for nearly $5 million.
Ongoing litigation involves former Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio, who claims his prosecution was unfair.

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Legal experts warned the order could disrupt citizenship for many.

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Protesters Sue Government

Participants in the January 6 riot filed a class action lawsuit against the federal government in Florida, claiming police used excessive force during the Capitol attack.
The lawsuit seeks over $18.4 million and includes 46 individuals, with Alan Fischer, a Proud Boys member, as the lead plaintiff.
The suit alleges police indiscriminately deployed munitions against a peaceful crowd.
The government settled a separate lawsuit with Ashli Babbitt's estate for nearly $5 million.
Ongoing litigation involves former Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio, who claims his prosecution was unfair.

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