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Sen. Ruben Gallego is introducing legislation to block full military funeral honors for Ashli Babbitt, who participated in the January 6th Capitol riot. Gallego argues Babbitt's actions disqualify her from receiving such honors, citing her attempt to breach the Capitol and the potential discredit it would bring to the Air Force. The Pentagon initially denied the request but later reversed its decision, prompting Gallego's action. He criticizes the Pentagon's decision as being made without transparency and believes Babbitt's involvement in the riot makes the honor inappropriate.

Prepared by Lauren Mitchell and reviewed by editorial team.