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Grand Jury Swap Forces Dismissal of Broadview Six Charges

6/1/2026

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Prosecutors swapped grand-jury members after the panel refused to indict the Broadview Six, raising concerns of pressure.
U.S. Attorney Andrew Boutros said the misconduct forced dismissal of charges, leaving six activists—including a congressional candidate and a Cook County board hopeful—charged with misdemeanors.
Judge April Perry questioned the indictment after sealed grand-jury transcripts revealed the juror swap, with the defendants seeking discovery of any communications from U.S. President Donald Trump.

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Prosecutors swapped grand-jury members after the panel refused to indict the Broadview Six, raising concerns of pressure.
U.S. Attorney Andrew Boutros said the misconduct forced dismissal of charges, leaving six activists—including a congressional candidate and a Cook County board hopeful—charged with misdemeanors.
Judge April Perry questioned the indictment after sealed grand-jury transcripts revealed the juror swap, with the defendants seeking discovery of any communications from U.S. President Donald Trump.