DOJ Settles Ashli Babbitt Lawsuit for $5 Million, Sparking Law Enforcement Controversy

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The Trump administration’s Department of Justice agreed to pay $5 million to settle a wrongful death lawsuit brought by the family of Ashli Babbitt, the January 6 rioter fatally shot while attempting to breach the Capitol. The settlement, which resolves a $30 million suit, drew criticism from Capitol Police leadership who argued it sends a ‘chilling message’ to law enforcement.

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[1] US to Settle With Family of Woman Killed During 2021 Capitol Riot · May 2, 2025 Tier 2

[2] Ashli Babbitt's family to receive $5 million in settlement with Trump administration: Sources · May 19, 2025 Tier 1

[3] Ashli Babbitt wrongful-death suit to be settled for nearly $5 million · May 19, 2025 Tier 1

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The Cascade Ledger. “DOJ Settles Ashli Babbitt Lawsuit for $5 Million, Sparking Law Enforcement Controversy.” The Capture Cascade Timeline, May 19, 2025. https://capturecascade.org/event/2025-05-19--ashli-babbitt-s-family-to-receive-5-million-in-settlement-wi/