Morning Wire Justice and January 6th: Family Members Speak Out | Saturday Extra
Jan 6, 2024
Mickey Witthoff, mother of Ashli Babbitt, passionately advocates for justice for January 6th defendants, sharing her personal journey of loss and resilience. She discusses the emotional toll on families affected by the Capitol riot and the importance of holding all parties accountable. The conversation delves into nightly vigils held for those imprisoned, emphasizing the solidarity among families and their fight against perceived injustices. Witthoff highlights the need for community support and the impact of these events on national conversations about justice and due process.
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Ashli Babbitt's Background
- Ashli Babbitt served four tours in the Middle East and owned a small business.
- She protested in D.C. due to government overreach affecting her business and the COVID lockdowns.
Micki Witthoeft's Advocacy
- Micki Witthoeft relocated to D.C. and holds nightly vigils outside the D.C. jail.
- She believes her daughter, Ashli Babbitt, deserves an investigation and wants accountability for the Capitol Police.
Accountability and Fair Sentencing
- Micki Witthoeft believes those who rioted should be held accountable, but sentences should be fair.
- She thinks judges are giving excessive sentences based on the date, not the individual's actions.