Record Prosecutions and Harsh Sentences in Jan. 6 Attack, But Legal Questions Loom
• Over 1,200 defendants have been charged for alleged roles in Jan. 6 attack, with over 700 pleading guilty • Longest sentences yet imposed on Oath Keepers and Proud Boys leaders (18 and 21 years) • Validity of felony obstruction charge in doubt as Supreme Court agrees to consider its constitutionality • Former President Trump charged with obstructing official proceeding and awaits trial • Federal judges have delivered stark messages about attempt to violently overthrow government