United States v. Rabbitt
Overview
Overview
An Illinois grand jury indicted congressional candidate Katherine Abughazaleh along with 5 other individuals for allegedly "forcibly impeded, intimidated, and interfered” with the ability of federal officers to "discharge the duties of his office."
The Issue
Issue
Whether the defendants unlawfully and forcibly impeded, intimidated, or interfered with federal officers in the discharge of their official duties.
The Rules
Rule
Federal law prohibits forcibly impeding, intimidating, or interfering with federal officers in the discharge of their duties. Conviction requires proof that the defendants acted with force or threats, the officer was engaged in lawful duties, and the defendants' conduct interfered with those duties.
The Application
Analysis
An Illinois grand jury found probable cause that Abughazaleh and five co-defendants collectively engaged in conduct that forcibly impeded, intimidated, and interfered with federal officers' ability to perform their official functions. The specific nature and scope of the alleged interference will be central to the prosecution.
The Conclusion
Conclusion
An indictment was returned against Katherine Abughazaleh and five co-defendants on October 23, 2025. The case is active in the Northern District of Illinois before Judge April M. Perry.
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