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Judge grants Trump admin’s request to dismiss January 6 case against Proud Boys
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· July 11, 2026
· 4 min read
By Mary Kay Mallonee, CNN
(CNN) — A federal judge on Friday dismissed the seditious conspiracy case against several Proud Boys members — granting a request from Trump’s Justice Department and undoing one of the Biden administration’s most celebrated victories against those who it said inspired ...
Key takeaway Trump’s order granted pardons to over 1,000 people convicted in the attack but left in place the convictions of the four Proud Boys members — Ethan Nordean, Joseph Biggs, Zachary Rehl and Dominic Pezzola.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The dismissal of the seditious conspiracy case against several Proud Boys members has significant implications for the El Paso community, which has long been concerned about the spread of extremist ideologies. As a border city, El Paso has a unique perspective on the importance of national security and the rule of law. The fact that a federal judge has granted the Trump administration's request to drop the case against these individuals may be seen as a setback for those who believe in holding accountable those who seek to undermine American democracy. El Pasoans will be watching closely to see how this decision affects the broader conversation about extremism and public safety in their community. The city's own experiences with hate crimes and extremist violence make it clear that the consequences of such ideologies can be devastating, and many will be looking for reassurance that law enforcement and the justice system remain committed to protecting the community from these threats.
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Published: July 11, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? By Mary Kay Mallonee, CNN
(CNN) — A federal judge on Friday dismissed the seditious conspiracy case against several Proud Boys members — granting a request from Trump’s Justice Department and undoing one of the Biden administration’s most celebrated victories against those who it said inspired ...
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