Exploring the Patriot Wing

The 'Patriot Wing' is a specialized unit within the D.C. jail housing January 6 defendants, created to sequester them from the general population. Initially, this decision stemmed from concerns for their safety, along with the risk of these inmates radicalizing further if placed together. The community formed within this wing offers support to its members, with unique activities and rituals like nightly sing-alongs of the national anthem broadcast online. Residents refer to their close-knit group with terms like 'Patriot Pod' and 'D.C. Gulag,' highlighting their shared identity and the camaraderie they maintain despite the stark conditions of their incarceration.