Capitol Riot Officers Sue to Block Settlement Payouts
- Capitol during the January 6, 2021, riot have filed a lawsuit to block the distribution of payments from a new settlement fund.
- The legal challenge, filed on May 20, 2026, seeks to prevent individuals from receiving payouts from a $1.776 billion fund described as an "anti-weaponization" fund.
- The establishment of the fund was defended by Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche during his first congressional testimony since taking leadership of the Justice Department.
Two police officers who helped defend the U.S. Capitol during the January 6, 2021, riot have filed a lawsuit to block the distribution of payments from a new settlement fund.
The legal challenge, filed on May 20, 2026, seeks to prevent individuals from receiving payouts from a $1.776 billion fund described as an “anti-weaponization” fund. The lawsuit aims to stop the disbursement of money intended to compensate individuals who believe they have been targeted for political reasons.
Congressional Testimony
The establishment of the fund was defended by Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche during his first congressional testimony since taking leadership of the Justice Department. Blanche’s testimony addressed the creation of the $1.776 billion fund, which is designed to compensate those claiming political targeting.
Background of the Dispute
The lawsuit was brought by officers who were present to defend the U.S. Capitol during the attack on January 6, 2021. The legal action specifically targets the payouts from the fund intended for individuals who claim they were politically targeted.