Morning Wire Legal Double Standard for J6 & BLM Protests | Saturday Extra
Jun 10, 2023
Julie Kelly, a senior writer for American Greatness with deep insight into the January 6th trials, dives into the stark contrasts in legal accountability between the Capitol riot participants and those involved in Black Lives Matter protests. She discusses the political biases influencing prosecutorial decisions and highlights the high conviction rates for January 6th defendants compared to leniency shown towards BLM participants. The conversation also critiques the handling of cases by U.S. attorney Matthew Graves, emphasizing concerns over double standards in the justice system.
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Disparity in Charges
- Over 1,000 people were charged for the January 6th Capitol riot.
- Almost none involved in the Black Lives Matter violence at the Capitol were charged.
High Conviction Rate
- The Justice Department's conviction rate in the January 6th trials is almost 99%.
- These trials often take place before juries from a heavily Democratic city.
2020 D.C. Riots
- In 2020, BLM and Antifa rioters caused significant damage in D.C., including assaults on federal officers.
- Few faced charges, contrasting sharply with the numerous prosecutions related to January 6th.