The Supreme Court’s decision to hear Fischer v. United States, a case challenging the interpretation of the “obstruction of an official proceeding” charge, holds significant implications for January 6, 2021, Capitol riot defendants, including former President Donald Trump. This development could potentially affect hundreds of cases and reshape the legal landscape surrounding the events of that day. As we all know, the J6 scam on America has imprisoned hundreds for no reason at all. Trumped up charges were handed out, and many are still held without trial as the DOJ continued to try to hide their crimes against the US Constitution to cover up the now exposed coup that took place on election day.
Challenging the Charge: Joseph Fischer’s appeal focuses on one count of his indictment, arguing that the “obstruction of an official proceeding” charge, enacted by Congress in response to the Enron financial scandal in 2002, was designed to address individuals tampering with evidence, not those involved in a riot. This case raises fundamental questions about the application and interpretation of this charge in the context of the Capitol breach. Continued below the doc
A Landmark Decision: The Supreme Court’s decision to grant certiorari in Fischer v. United States holds significant implications for the broader legal framework surrounding the January 6 protests. It brings into question whether those who breached the Capitol building could be considered as having “corruptly” obstructed Congress’ proceedings on that day, potentially impacting the outcomes of numerous cases related to the event.
Former President Trump’s Involvement: Former President Donald Trump’s legal situation is closely tied to this development. The obstruction charge at the heart of Fischer’s case has been employed against many Capitol riot defendants, including Trump himself. If the Supreme Court decides to strike down the Department of Justice’s interpretation of this charge, it may have repercussions for Trump’s ongoing legal battles.
America’s Future Statement On The Supreme Court Granting Cert In J6 Case Today, the U.S. Supreme Court agreed to hear Fischer v United States – a case involving the prosecution of a January 6 protester for “obstruction of an official proceeding.” America’s Future filed the only amicus brief urging the Court grant Mr. Fischer’s petition for certiorari to hear the case. – America’s Future
Timing and Legal Implications: The Supreme Court’s decision comes just days after the petitions related to this case were relisted, indicating a higher likelihood of being granted by the justices. This development raises questions about its potential impact on other cases, including Trump’s federal election interference case overseen by Judge Tanya Chutkan. While it remains uncertain whether the Court will completely strike down the statute, this decision will likely affect jury instructions, influencing the trajectory of various legal proceedings. The Supreme Court has set a deadline for Trump to respond to the appeal, indicating that this issue will continue to unfold in the coming weeks.
To Sum it all up: The Supreme Court’s decision to review charges related to the January 6 protests has broad implications for both defendants and the legal landscape surrounding this historic event. It presents an opportunity to reevaluate the application of the “obstruction of an official proceeding” charge and may impact cases involving Trump and numerous others. As this pivotal case moves forward, it has the potential to reshape the legal outcomes of those involved in the events of January 6, 2021.
THE SUPREME COURT HAS JUST GRANTED MY JAN 6 CASE TODAY!!! All of the Deep State Prosecutors that ruined HUNDREDS OF J6ers LIVES are on FULL MELTDOWN MODE!! The 1512 Obstruction of Congress Charge (20 year max felony that 327 January 6ers & Donald Trump have been POLITICALLY charged with will be argued by me & my legal team in SCOTUS very soon!! Stay tuned & see what God is going to do!! A day of DOUBLE rejoicing as well – Jake Lang – – – – Patrick Byrne (Overstock.com CEO) has just pledged $500,000 to the January 6 Legal Fund if we can get my GiveSendGo to $500,000 by Sunday night! Only $230,000 to go –> J6Legal.org Please donate!! –> J6Legal.org 🛑
Al Santana, freelance writer for Whatfinger News
More on topic….
- Supreme Court to hear case that could undo hundreds of Jan. 6 charges, including Trump‘s | Just The News
- HUGE NEWS: The Supreme Court will take up the case of Fischer v. United States, which deals with the misapplication of ‘obstruction of an official proceeding’ charges to J6 cases. This could result in a major victory for Donald Trump if the court strikes down the DOJ’s charges against the J6 defendants. Kyle Becker
- BREAKING: Supreme Court will hear case on Jan. 6 obstruction charges, taking up appeal of Fischer v. United States – Kyle Cheney
- This is excellent news. DOJ has completely distorted the Obstruction statute (18 USC 1512) to get inappropriately higher sentencing guidelines in J6 cases. All but one judge has gone along. Hopefully, SCOTUS will put a stop to the nonsense. Case is Fischer. linking to Epoch Times
- MASSIVE news out of the Supreme Court this morning. The Court will hear Fischer v. United States, a January 6 case challenging the scope of section 1512(c)(2), which criminalizes obstruction of an official proceeding. Two of the four charges President Trump faces in his DC case involve 1512(c)(2). That section, first passed as part of Sarbanes-Oxley in 2004, has typically been used to prosecute destruction of evidence or similar conduct. Its applicability to alleged obstruction of the electoral count process has been hotly contested since the start of the January 6 prosecutions, and the DC Circuit split sharply on the issue. This is a huge deal, with potentially major ramifications for many January 6 defendants as well as for President Trump. – Will Scharf
- NEW: Supreme Court today also grants cert to Joseph Fischer, one of three Jan. 6 defendants who petitioned high court to reexamine whether Section 1512 (c)(2) of the United States Code is the right statute under which to prosecute the defendants. Washington Examiner linked
- An eventual decision from the Supreme Court in the case known as Fischer v. U.S. could have far-reaching impacts, since the Justice Department has charged more than 300 people under the obstruction statute in cases related to Jan. 6. – Eric Hunt – linking to CBS News article on it
- BREAKING: Supreme Court To Hear Case That Could Undo Charges For Trump, J6 Protestors – Trending Politics
- HOLY SH*T: Supreme Court will review 1512(c)(2), obstruction of an official proceeding case. This is felony used against 300+ J6ers and represents half of Jack Smith’s indictment against Trump. If SCOTUS determines DOJ has misused the statute…will be a game changer. Julie Kelly
