Key takeaways from Wednesday's developments in the Capitol riots investigation

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One week after the deadly insurrection at the US Capitol, federal law enforcement's dragnet to arrest the violent trespassers kicked into high gear

Nearly a dozen new known defendants were arrested or charged across the country, and the Justice Department made clear it was throwing its weight behind pursuing major cases that may amount to the most extensive counterterrorism probe since September 11, 2001.Police officers and swimmer chargedThe new arrests on Wednesday brought the total number of new federal criminal cases to at least 32 by nightfall, with hundreds more individuals still being sought or investigated.

More arrests made after riots at the US Capitol 01:54But its strategy may have limitsThe Justice Department may hit up against the potential limits of the law as they try to keep some people locked up -- with Meredith their first challenge.The possibility arose Wednesday when a judge pushed back on their ask to keep him detained.Meredith's lawyer had argued that keeping him locked up because of perceived"dangerousness" alone is not enough under the law.

 

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That leftist fueled effort casts a big net. Swift prosecution is deserved, but disparity of reaction by media, TheJusticeDept , FBI , liberal prosecutors compared to summerriots is disturbing. Calling for unity is futile until this is evened out..!!!

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