Riot

DOJ Tentatively Settles $30 Million Lawsuit with Ashli Babbitt’s Family Following Capitol Riot Shooting

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The Department of Justice has announced a preliminary agreement regarding the wrongful death lawsuit filed by the family of Ashli Babbitt, who was fatally shot during the Capitol riot on January 6, 2021. This settlement comes as part of the family’s $30 million lawsuit initiated in 2024. On Friday, attorneys representing both Babbitt’s estate and the Justice Department communicated to a federal judge in Washington, D.C., that they have reached a consensus on the terms of the settlement. Robert Sticht, the attorney for Babbitt’s family, indicated that a formal agreement is anticipated within three weeks. … Read more

UK Legislation Deemed Inadequate for Modern Social Media Challenges, Reveals Riot Report

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London, UK — A recent report in the wake of summer riots across the UK has sparked a critical discussion about the relevance and effectiveness of current British laws in handling issues propagated through social media. The detailed study suggests that the UK’s regulatory framework is ill-prepared to manage the complexities and rapid spread of information made possible by digital platforms. The report, prompted by the disturbances which flared across various cities, highlights a significant gap between existing legal structures and modern communication realities. Authorities found themselves grappling not only with public disorder but also … Read more

Delhi Court Rebukes Lawyer for Poor Time Management in Riot Case Witness Cross-Examination Request

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New Delhi, India — A court in Delhi criticized a defense attorney’s handling of a witness’s cross-examination in a case concerning the northeast Delhi riots, stressing the need for lawyers to better manage their schedules to avoid repeated requests for adjournments. The conflict arose when the lawyer sought to re-examine a witness due to previous interruptions caused by his commitments in another court. The case, which involves 11 individuals including former councilor Tahir Hussain, revolves around charges of criminal conspiracy and promoting religious enmity, as laid out under the Indian Penal Code sections 120B and … Read more

Major Purge at Justice Department and FBI: Trump Administration Dismisses Scores Tied to Capitol Riot Probes

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Washington, D.C. – In a sweeping move that underscores the ongoing turmoil within federal law enforcement agencies, the Trump administration has recently dismissed numerous prosecutors from the U.S. Justice Department and several FBI agents, escalating actions against those who participated in the probes following the January 6, 2020, insurrection at the U.S. Capitol. This series of firings follows President Donald Trump’s stated intent to retaliate against employees involved in these investigations. As the shake-up at the Federal Bureau of Investigation continues, the upper echelons of the agency have already seen significant changes, with more dismissals … Read more