Notable Jan. 6 Offenders to Commemorate Capitol Attack’s Anniversary with March

The previous chief of the Proud Boys, a far-right organization, along with others convicted for the January 6, 2021, Capitol breach will reconvene in Washington, D.C. to partake in a demonstration memorializing the event.

This gathering is being described as a march in remembrance of Ashli Babbitt and other individuals who perished in connection with the January 6 events. Babbitt, a pro-Trump participant, was fatally shot by Capitol Police as the assembly sought entry to the Speaker’s Lobby by the House chambers. Brian Sicknick, a Capitol Police officer attacked during the tumult, who died afterward, will also be remembered.

Enrique Tarrio, who previously led the Proud Boys, is among the event’s promoters. Tarrio, convicted of several offenses including seditious conspiracy for his participation, was pardoned by former President Trump on the day of his re-election in January 2025.

Tarrio announced the march via social media on December 22, emphasizing that it would peacefully and patriotically honor Babbitt’s memory. He implored potential disruptors to refrain from attending.

This procession will initiate at the Ellipse near the White House, paralleling the path taken by Trump supporters who contested the 2020 election outcome nearly five years prior. The culmination of the march would be at the Capitol.

Trump has previously encouraged the gatherings, urging them on January 6, to advance to the Capitol and make their voices heard in a peaceful and patriotic manner.

Guy Reffitt, associated with the Texas Three Percenters militia, is another participant in the march. He was also pardoned by Trump after his conviction relating to the Capitol disturbance.

During this march, a congressional hearing will be concurrently conducted by Rep. Bennie Thompson, backed by Democratic committee members. This hearing will explore threats to democracy following the events of that day.

House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries indicated that the session will evaluate ongoing risks to democratic processes posed by the Trump-led administration and expose officeholders perpetuating the falsehood of stolen elections.

Trump has minimized the January 6 occurrences, defending those facing charges. A significant number of law enforcement were impacted during the breach.

Video evidence from the day captures protestors attempting to access the Speaker’s Lobby. Lawmakers reconvening to certify election results were evacuated amidst the intrusion.

The Babbitt family pursued legal action against the government, later settled by the Trump administration. Allegations of excessive force by Capitol Police remain contentious among Trump’s proponents.

An investigation conducted by Capitol Police cleared the officer involved, Michael Byrd, concluding his actions adhered to protocol and potentially thwarted more significant harm to Congress members and staff.