The Justice Department has taken steps to dismiss a class action lawsuit filed by defendants from the January 6 events. These individuals brought the lawsuit under the Federal Tort Claims Act, citing “excessive police force” as the cause of their injuries.
Statute of Limitations
The core argument presented by the Justice Department focuses on timing. The department asserts that the plaintiffs filed their claims after the statute of limitations had expired. The Federal Tort Claims Act allows two years to file such claims. January 6 defendants needed to act by January 6, 2023, but the earliest claim submitted was dated July 29, 2025.
The Justice Department emphasized that the plaintiffs were aware of their injuries and their cause on the day of the incident. However, they missed their opportunity by waiting too long to formalize their claims.
Incomplete and Unsupported Claims
Further, the department pointed out deficiencies in the plaintiffs’ submissions. Many forms lacked signatures and sufficient documentation, rendering them incomplete.
Ruling on “Anti-Weaponization” Fund
An additional element in this legal landscape is the decision by Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche. On Sunday evening, Blanche rescinded a $1.8 billion “anti-weaponization” fund. This fund was initially designed to compensate allies of President Trump. Notably, Blanche’s order does not prevent potential government compensation to the convicted Jan. 6 rioters. Legal experts suggest the rescission has no binding effect and the fund might be revived later.
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