The Lawfare Podcast Lawfare Daily: Evaluating January 6 Prosecutions with Greg Rosen
Jun 17, 2025
In this discussion, Greg Rosen, an attorney at Rogers Joseph O’Donnell and former head of the Capitol Seeds section at the D.C. U.S. Attorney's Office, shares insights from his experiences prosecuting January 6-related cases. He outlines the monumental logistical challenges faced during the investigation and the significance of forming a dedicated prosecutorial section. Rosen also probes the implications of a Supreme Court ruling on obstruction charges and reflects on the evolving dynamics within the U.S. Attorney's Office under political pressures.
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Rosen's Discovery of Jan 6 Attack
- Greg Rosen was at home on a remote call when his wife alerted him to the Capitol attack.
- He realized immediately this would require a robust prosecutorial response from the U.S. Attorney's Office.
Bipartisan DOJ Response to Jan 6
- The January 6 investigation began under the Trump administration and was supported across leadership.
- Everyone agreed the Capitol attack was a crime requiring a fair, thorough, and proportional government response.
Using Complaints for Deterrence
- Use criminal complaints and public arrest warrants to deter future crimes and publicize government efforts.
- Early transparency can aid investigations by encouraging witnesses and gathering more information.