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1,580 Defendants Charged: A Statistical Snapshot of January 6 Capitol Riot

A total of 1,580 individuals faced federal charges following the January 6, 2021, riot at the U.S. Capitol. As of December 20, 2024, The Washington Post provided a detailed breakdown of their court statuses. This data offers a unique glimpse into the legal aftermath of the event. Meanwhile, in a separate study, researchers surveyed 10,000 participants, asking them to list ten things that recently brought them happiness. This survey, while unrelated to the Capitol riot, highlights the diverse sources of joy among Americans. The juxtaposition of these statistics paints a picture of a nation grappling with both legal accountability and personal happiness.

Source: flowingdata.com

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