January 6 Prisoners to File Historic $50 Billion Class Action Lawsuit Against DOJ on Jan 20th
by YourNews.com, December 27, 2024
In a landmark move, more than 100 January 6 prisoners have filed a class action lawsuit seeking $50 billion in restitution against the Department of Justice (DOJ). Officially titled the January 6 Restitution and Wrongful Incarceration Lawsuit, this unprecedented case is spearheaded by Jake Lang, a January 6 prisoner who has been incarcerated for nearly four years. (Update: More than 350 prisioner have signed up to join the Lawsuit)
The lawsuit, scheduled for filing on January 20, 2025, represents one of the largest legal challenges to the DOJ in U.S. history. Through his organization, Federal Watchdog, Lang has gathered an esteemed legal team, including attorneys Steven Metcalf, Anthony Sabatini, Stephanie Lambert, and Jonathan Gross, to lead the effort.
“This isn’t just about restitution; it’s about setting a precedent,” Lang stated. “Weaponized government and lawfare against conservatives can never become the standard in America.”
Seeking Justice for Alleged Government Overreach
The lawsuit highlights the prisoners’ claims of mistreatment, loss of livelihoods, and emotional devastation caused by their incarceration. Plaintiffs assert that the DOJ engaged in a weaponized justice system, targeting them for peacefully protesting at the Capitol on January 6, 2021.
The legal action aims to compensate prisoners for damages, including the loss of family businesses, homes, and careers, as well as the severe psychological harm caused by their imprisonment. Lang emphasized the broader impact of the government’s actions, saying, “The damage to children who have spent four years without their fathers at home cannot be put into monetary value. But we must begin the healing process by holding those responsible for our unconstitutional cruel and unusual torture accountable.”
Allegations of a Two-Tiered Justice System
According to Federal Watchdog, the prisoners were subjected to targeted harassment by federal authorities and faced inadequate legal representation, harsh sentencing, and poor detention conditions. Critics of the DOJ’s actions have described this as a glaring example of a two-tiered justice system, particularly hostile to supporters of former President Donald Trump.
Lang and his team plan to illustrate these claims through detailed accounts from the prisoners, showcasing their resilience and suffering.
Broader Implications
The lawsuit will be filed days before January 20, 2025, a symbolic date for supporters who anticipate former President Donald Trump’s return to office. Many hope Trump will use his authority to pardon the approximately 250 prisoners who remain incarcerated, closing a painful chapter for these individuals and their families.
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In addition to this lawsuit, Federal Watchdog has recently filed a $150 million wrongful injury lawsuit on behalf of over 80 plaintiffs injured during clashes with Capitol police. The organization continues to champion legal actions aimed at securing accountability and justice for January 6 prisoners.
“This lawsuit is about ensuring that government overreach and politically motivated lawfare never happen again,” Lang stated.
Join the Fight
Federal Watchdog is urging affected individuals to join the lawsuit at J6Restitution.com. Participation is free, and Lang emphasized the importance of collective action, stating, “This is your chance to fight back and demand justice. We need every voice in this battle.”
Supporters can also help imprisoned January 6 individuals by signing up as Patriot Sponsors through SupportJ6.com, providing vital assistance to those still incarcerated.
This historic legal battle marks the beginning of what plaintiffs and supporters hope will be a path to restitution and healing. Through this lawsuit, they aim to hold the government accountable, reclaim justice, and rebuild lives impacted by years of incarceration and loss.
