Iced Earth guitarist Jon Schaffer's role in the January 6th attack on the U.S. Capitol continues to have an impact. The musician is one of two members of Proud Boys and Oath Keepers. They are now being sued by Washington, DC Attorney General Karl Racine, accusing the city of spending millions of dollars to defend the attack.

The lawsuit was filed in federal court in Washington, DC on Tuesday (December 14) and 31 people were cited, including Schaffer, who were part of an extremist group that "conspired to intimidate the area."

In the complaint that can be viewed here, Shafer is described as a “founding member and life member of the Keeper of the Oath”, while admitting that “Shafer was criminalized for his role in the January 6th attack. Charges and prosecutions. In conjunction with promising to cooperate with investigators and possibly testify in a criminal case related to the conspiracy to commit the January 6th attack, Shaffer pleaded guilty to the entire criminal statement in the criminal proceedings against him, including two felonies: (1) Intrusion into possession of lethal or dangerous weapons and (2) obstruction of the formal procedures of Congress."

Racine referred to the person mentioned in the lawsuit as initiating a "coordinated action of domestic terrorism." According to CNN, he asked the court to hold those named responsible for the multimillion-dollar dispatch personnel and on-site treatment of the wounded, as well as the sick leave related to the incident.

"No one bears the brunt of the brave law enforcement officers, including the men and women of the Metropolitan Police Department in the District of Columbia, who threw fire and violence for one goal: to eliminate violent rioters and restore our country's fragile democracy," Racine said on Tuesday (December 14 Japan) said at a press conference.

Three police officers from the Congressional Police and the Metropolitan Police Department died within a few days of the attack. More than 140 police officers were injured.

"As you know, the defendant is not a tourist, nor is he patriotic," Racine said. "They are volunteer police officers, members of the mob, and rebels trying to undermine the freedom of our country."

Although Racine filed a lawsuit, it is not the first time that he has taken legal action against members who participated in the attack on the Capitol. Several members of Congress also filed suits against these organizations. Seven congressional police officers are also currently suing these organizations and former President Trump on charges of conspiring to instigate rebellion.

News of Schaffer's involvement quickly spread after the attack on the Reichstag, because his photo was one of the photos circulated after the incident. The musician was the first defendant of the Capitol riot to reach a plea agreement. Back in April, Shafer agreed to cooperate with the government after being initially charged with six crimes.

After pleading guilty, he was released with several conditions. As part of the transaction, he must be subject to court supervision in the Northern Territory of Indiana, must surrender his passport and any other international travel documents, in addition to court hearings and meetings with lawyers, he was also ordered to stay outside the District of Columbia, and Cannot own any guns or explosive devices, including legally owned guns. As part of the transaction conditions, he will be allowed to travel within the continental United States and notify the pre-trial service. In addition, as part of the agreement, the Ministry of Justice has offered to sponsor Schaffer in the witness protection program.

After Schaffer was arrested, Iced Earth finally parted ways. The singer, bassist and guitarist all revealed their plans after the guitarist's initial imprisonment.

According to CNN, the lawsuit did not specify the amount required by the city, but Racine did say that his office would pursue the "highest financial penalty."