Overview

• Federal prosecutors are prioritizing cases against the most violent January 6 rioters, focusing on felony assault charges.
• Over 1,500 people have been charged in connection with the Capitol riots, with more than 1,100 convictions secured so far.
• Trump's election victory has spurred expectations among rioters and their supporters of potential pardons once he takes office.
• Prosecutors are under pressure to resolve pending cases quickly, opposing delays to ensure justice before Trump's inauguration.
• Online sleuths continue to aid in identifying rioters, contributing to the ongoing efforts to bring offenders to justice.