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    The Supreme Court case that could give Jan 6 rioters – and Donald Trump – a break

    by Ariana Baio Apr 16, 2024 3 minutes
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    Joseph Fischer, a former police officer from Pennsylvania, allegedly entered the US Capitol building on January 6, 2021, yelling “Charge!”, and rushing the police line.

    Fischer, like thousands of other rioters that day, attended the “Stop the Steal” rally in support of former president Donald Trump who had spread false claims of election fraud.

    Fischer was arrested and charged with several crimes for his actions on January 6. He is among 330 rioters, along with Mr Trump, charged with obstructing an official proceeding.

    But Fischer disputes that charge, claiming

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