The Capitol Police officer who shot unarmed Ashli Babbitt on January 6th has been running an unaccredited daycare from his home for over a decade, raising serious questions about oversight and accountability. Troubling Pattern of Poor Judgment Michael Byrd’s operation of an unaccredited daycare facility represents another example of questionable decision-making from the officer who fatally shot Ashli Babbitt. Since 2008, Byrd and his wife Kaleska have run the childcare business from their Maryland home, with a June 2025 state inspection showing four enrolled children. The facility remains unaccredited, raising concerns about standards and oversight for someone entrusted with children’s safety. OMG Capitol police officer Michael Byrd who shot unarmed Ashli Babbitt on January 6th, reportedly has a taxpayer funded daycare in his home run by his wife… Because of course he does… pic.twitter.com/QLKw885wUf — Libs of TikTok (@libsoftiktok) January 6, 2026 Federal Funding Questions Demand Answers Maryland receives approximately $190 million annually in federal HHS childcare funding, yet facilities like the Byrds’ operate without proper accreditation. While state officials claim accreditation isn’t required for federal funding eligibility, this loophole undermines accountability measures that protect both children and taxpayers. The timing couldn’t be worse, as Minnesota’s “ghost daycare” scandals have already exposed massive fraud in federal childcare programs. Disciplinary History Raises Red Flags Byrd’s track record extends far beyond the controversial Babbitt shooting. He was previously disciplined for leaving his service weapon unattended in a bathroom, demonstrating a pattern of careless behavior with serious safety implications. Despite this “significant” disciplinary history, he received a promotion to captain in 2023, along with substantial taxpayer-funded compensation and security benefits following the shooting incident. Ashli Babbit was shot on January 6, 2021 by Capitol policeman, Michael Byrd. Ashli died shortly after being shot. Michael Byrd has continued to live with his wife and run an extremely “successful” daycare. @paulsperry_ reports that the Byrds daycare has been running… pic.twitter.com/DCGbhoWeOv — Sup Mario Bro (@SupMarioBro) January 6, 2026 Accountability Crisis in Law Enforcement The daycare revelation underscores broader concerns about accountability within federal law enforcement agencies. Byrd continues to claim he “saved countless lives” by shooting the unarmed Babbitt, yet operates a childcare facility without meeting basic accreditation standards. This pattern of avoiding responsibility while benefiting from taxpayer resources exemplifies the institutional protection that shields problematic officers from consequences. Patriots deserve better oversight of those sworn to serve and protect our communities. The Trump administration’s decision to settle with Babbitt’s family for $5 million and grant her full military honors represents long-overdue recognition of the injustice. However, questions remain about how officers like Byrd continue operating businesses with questionable compliance while facing no meaningful accountability for their actions. NEW: Maryland records indicate that U.S. Capitol Police Capt. Michael Byrd and his wife, Kaleska, have run a unaccredited home daycare (license #255727) since 2008. A June 2025 inspection showed four children enrolled. The daycare operates in a high-income area while… pic.twitter.com/YkQLX8Q71j — Digital Gal (@DigitalGalX) January 6, 2026 Sources: Social Media Erupts Over Report Capitol Police Officer Michael Byrd and Wife Ran ‘Unaccredited’ Daycare Michael Byrd Unaccredited Daycare Center in MD Cop Who Killed Ashli Babbitt Has Significant Discipline US Set to Pay Family of Ashli Babbitt Killed by Police Jan 6