Supreme Court Divided on Obstruction Charges in Capitol Riot Cases

The U.S. Supreme Court debates the applicability of obstruction laws in the January 6 Capitol attack, with potential implications for Trump's trial.

The Supreme Court is considering whether the obstruction of an official proceeding charge can be applied to the January 6 Capitol riot, amid concerns over its broad interpretation.
Conservative justices express skepticism about using a law intended for financial crimes to prosecute political protests.
The law in question, part of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, was originally designed to address document destruction in corporate fraud cases.
A ruling favorable to the defendants could impact the ongoing legal challenges facing former President Donald Trump.
The Court's decision, expected by June, will clarify the scope of the obstruction statute and its application to events like the Capitol riot.