Settlement in Ashli Babbitt's Wrongful Death Lawsuit

SOURCE www.newsweek.com
The Trump administration has agreed to pay nearly $5 million to settle a lawsuit brought by the family of Ashli Babbitt, an Air Force veteran and Trump supporter who was fatally shot by a U.S. Capitol Police officer during the January 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol. The settlement does not include an admission of wrongdoing.

Key Points

  • The Trump administration has agreed to pay nearly $5 million to settle the lawsuit.
  • Ashli Babbitt was shot by a U.S. Capitol Police officer during the January 6 riot.
  • The settlement does not include an admission of wrongdoing.
  • President Trump has championed Babbitt as a hero and pardoned convicted rioters.

Pros

  • Settlement brings closure to the family of Ashli Babbitt.
  • No admission of wrongdoing in the settlement.

Cons

  • Controversy surrounding the circumstances of Ashli Babbitt's death remains.