In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court has ruled that the Justice Department overstepped its authority by charging hundreds of people who rioted at the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021, with obstruction. This ruling has significant implications for the ongoing prosecutions of the January 6 defendants, including former President Donald Trump.

The Supreme Court's decision comes as a major victory for the defendants, who have argued that the charges against them were politically motivated and an overreach of the government's power. The Court's ruling has effectively narrowed the scope of the obstruction statute, making it harder for prosecutors to pursue charges against the defendants.

Legal experts believe that this decision could potentially upend hundreds of cases brought against the January 6 defendants, including those against former President Trump. The ruling is expected to have a significant impact on the ongoing legal proceedings and could lead to the release of many defendants who have been detained for over a year.

The decision has been met with mixed reactions, with supporters of the defendants celebrating the ruling as a victory for justice and the rule of law. However, critics argue that the decision undermines the efforts to hold those responsible for the Capitol riots accountable for their actions.

As the legal battle continues, the Supreme Court's ruling has set a precedent that will likely shape the outcome of the remaining cases against the January 6 defendants. It remains to be seen how this decision will impact the ongoing prosecutions and the future of the defendants, including former President Trump.