Judges punishing Jan. 6 rioters say they fear more political violence

Over the past four years, Washington’s federal judges have sentenced hundreds of Capitol rioters, expressing concerns about potential future political violence. Judges like Reggie Walton fear that Donald Trump’s rhetoric and conspiracy theories could incite another assault on democracy. With over 1,000 rioters convicted and sentenced, prosecutors argue that prison time is needed to deter further politically motivated attacks as the 2024 election approaches.

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