Lawyers use election misinformation as defense in Jan 6 cases
Attorneys for several defendants charged in the January 6 riot say false election claims and conspiracy theories spread by then President Trump and allies may be used to argue their clients were misled. They compare the influence to brainwashing and note mental health perspectives on how such beliefs affect actions.
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