Officers Who Defended Capitol from Rioters Sue to Block Payouts from Fund A group of high ranking police officials who defended the US Capitol against rioters on January 6, 2021, are suing to block payouts from a fund established by Congress to provide financial assistance to individuals who participated in defending the Capitol during the riot.
Understanding the Context of Capitol Riot Defense Officers' Lawsuits The January 6, 2021 riot at the US Capitol was one of the most shocking and violent events in American history.
A mob of supporters of then President Donald Trump stormed the building, breaching security checkpoints and attacking police officers with deadly force.