Jan 6th - Holding Trump Accountable
Today we start a new blog of WINS!! This is a news release from the ACLU!!!
April 1, 2026
Washington, D.C. — In a historic ruling late last night, Judge Amit Mehta denied much of former President Donald J. Trump's motion for summary judgment in Lee, et al. v. Trump, et al., bringing the landmark civil lawsuit arising from the January 6, 2021 attack on the U.S. Capitol one step closer to trial.
"I am gratified with this landmark decision, which serves as a reminder to the American people that no one is above the law. January 6, 2021, is a day that is seared in my memory and the memories of so many in this country. This unprecedented, violent attack on our country, incited by Donald Trump, threatened the bedrock of our democracy - the peaceful transfer of power. I am deeply grateful to the Capitol Police Officers who fought to save our democracy, and I am honored to stand with the NAACP and alongside my co-plaintiffs," said Mayor Barbara Lee, a former member of Congress and the named plaintiff. "I joined this case while serving in Congress, and I remained the lead plaintiff because, regardless of my role or capacity, I will always fight for our democracy. It is my life's work to ensure that every day, people are included in the democratic process. The residents of Oakland care about safeguarding our democracy and holding accountable those who break the law. It is up to all of us to make sure our democracy continues to thrive."
"The Court's ruling makes clear that Donald Trump can and should be held personally accountable for his role in the January 6th insurrection," said Derrick Johnson, President and CEO of the NAACP. "We must hold the president accountable, not only for the chaos of that day, but for the sake of the future of our democracy. When those who seek to erode the institutions that keep power in check are held responsible, we send a message that violence and insurrection will never be tolerated in our presidential transitions. The NAACP will continue to stand with those seeking justice and with the principle that our democracy must work for the people."
More from these sources:
https://naacp.org/articles/january-6th-civil-case-against-trump-advances