Ed Martin investigates Biden’s US Attorney Graves for misuse of 1512(c)(2) charge.

Ed Martin has initiated an inquiry into U.S. Attorney Matthew Graves’ handling of January 6 prosecutions. This investigation centers on the alleged misuse of the 1512(c)(2) obstruction charge, which has been a contentious point in the legal proceedings related to the Capitol riot.

Matthew Graves, appointed by President Biden, has overseen the prosecution of over 1,500 individuals involved in the January 6 attack. The 1512(c)(2) charge, originally designed to address tampering with witnesses, victims, or informants, has been applied to many of these cases. Critics argue that this statute was stretched beyond its intended scope, leading to questions about its appropriateness in these prosecutions.

The Supreme Court’s recent ruling in Fisher v. United States found that the Department of Justice had overreached in its use of the 1512(c)(2) charge. This decision has led to the dismissal or reduction of charges in numerous cases, further fueling the debate over the statute’s application.

Ed Martin’s inquiry aims to scrutinize the decisions made by Graves and his team, seeking to determine whether the use of the 1512(c)(2) charge was justified. This investigation is part of a broader effort to ensure accountability and transparency in the prosecution of those involved in the January 6 events.

SCOOP: New DC US Attorney Ed Martin has opened an inquiry into the DOJ’s unlawful use of 1512c2, the post-Enron obstruction statute filed against 300+ J6ers. Martin called the use of 1512c2 a “great failure” of the office and directed staff to immediately deliver “all files,…

— Julie Kelly 🇺🇸 (@julie_kelly2) January 27, 2025