Tom Manger

DOJ Settles Ashli Babbitt Lawsuit for $5 Million, Sparking Law Enforcement Controversy

2025-05-19 00:00:00 +0000 UTC | Importance: 8/10

The Trump administration’s Department of Justice agreed to pay $5 million to settle a wrongful death lawsuit brought by the family of Ashli Babbitt, the January 6 rioter fatally shot while attempting to breach the Capitol. The settlement, which resolves a $30 million suit, drew criticism from …

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Trump Justice Dept. to settle Babbitt family lawsuit in fatal Jan. 6 shooting

2025-05-02 00:00:00 +0000 UTC | Importance: 7/10

The Trump administration’s Justice Department agreed to pay nearly $5 million to settle a $30 million wrongful death lawsuit filed by the family of Ashli Babbitt, the January 6 rioter shot by Capitol Police while attempting to breach the House chamber. Capitol Police Chief Tom Manger expressed …

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