DOJ Seeks Prison for Jan. 6 Figure, Despite Dropping Conspiracy Case
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DOJ declined to prosecute Ray Epps in July 2021 due to insufficient evidence, but now wants him sent to prison for 6 months for misdemeanor disorderly conduct on Jan. 6.
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Epps became the focus of a right-wing conspiracy theory that he was an undercover FBI operative who ignited the Capitol riot.
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After harassment and threats, Epps and his family had to close their business and move states.
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Prosecutors now say Epps was part of violence against police on Jan. 6, even if he did not personally touch officers.
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Epps says he went to the Capitol on Jan. 6 believing it would be open to visitors and is "sincerely sorry" for his actions.