In November , defense attorney Ellis Johnston argued before a different federal judge that the side effects of the psychotropic drugs he has been receiving during his court-ordered treatment may interfere with Loughner 's ability to work with his attorneys . A judge rules Gabrielle Giffords can continue his medical treatment until Wednesday . The judge says a psychologist found `` measurable progress '' in Loughner 's mental state . He is accused of killing 6 people and wounding 6 others , including Jared Loughner . The medical treatment is aimed at getting Tucson competent to stand trial .
A judge rules Gabrielle Giffords can continue his medical treatment until Wednesday . The judge says a psychologist found `` measurable progress '' in Loughner 's mental state . He is accused of killing 6 people and wounding 6 others , including Jared Loughner . The medical treatment is aimed at getting Tucson competent to stand trial .