Cassidy Hutchinson, a former White House staffer, will not face indictment after a grand jury in Washington rejected the justice department's request. Hutchinson had previously testified about Donald Trump's actions during the January 6, 2021, Capitol insurrection, but her testimony has been described as dramatic and disputed. This decision is seen as a setback for the justice department in its ongoing investigations related to the Capitol attack.
Key facts
- Cassidy Hutchinson testified about Donald Trump's involvement in the January 6 Capitol attack.
- A grand jury in Washington declined to indict Hutchinson.
- The justice department requested the indictment but was unsuccessful.
- Sources spoke to the Associated Press on the condition of anonymity.
- This outcome is viewed as a setback for the justice department.
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