Christopher Moynihan, a Capitol rioter pardoned by President Trump, was arrested for allegedly threatening to kill House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries. Court documents state Moynihan sent text messages detailing plans to “eliminate” Jeffries before a New York City event. Moynihan faces a felony charge of making a terroristic threat, as he was previously convicted of obstructing an official proceeding and sentenced to 21 months in prison. This arrest highlights concerns about recidivism among pardoned rioters, as this is not the first instance of a pardoned rioter facing new charges.
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In a recent CNN interview, White House deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller claimed the U.S. has never tolerated “unlawful riotous assemblies” at federal buildings, drawing immediate criticism. Critics pointed out that the Trump administration had pardoned over 1,500 individuals involved in the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot. This contradiction emerged amidst debates over the deployment of federal agents in Portland, Oregon, where local officials dispute the extent of violence compared to the administration’s claims. A federal judge, in a ruling against the Trump administration’s actions in Portland, agreed that the president had overstepped his authority.
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The Jan. 6 rioter seen in photos wearing a “Camp Auschwitz” hoodie inside the U.S. Capitol building has been arrested in Virginia on charges stemming from a dog attack. It’s almost as if the individuals who participated in the events of that day are not the upstanding citizens some might claim. This particular individual, Robert Keith Packer, is now facing serious charges after an incident involving dogs that led to injuries and hospitalization. This arrest serves as a stark reminder of the consequences of one’s actions, and also offers a further look into the lives of those who chose to participate in the January 6th insurrection.… Continue reading
Already Pardoned by Trump, Jan. 6 Rioters Push for Compensation
It’s just unbelievable, isn’t it? After everything that happened on January 6th, after the damage, the violence, the blatant attack on our democracy, some of the people involved are now demanding compensation. And not just any compensation, but financial reparations, basically asking to be paid for their actions. It’s infuriating, especially considering that many of them were already pardoned by the former President. It’s like they’re trying to rewrite history, portraying themselves as victims, while in reality, they participated in a shameful assault on our nation.
The audacity is truly breathtaking.… Continue reading
The Air Force has offered full military funeral honors to Ashli Babbitt, a rioter fatally shot during the January 6th Capitol riot, as confirmed by officials. Babbitt, an Air Force veteran who protested the 2020 election results, was shot while attempting to breach the House chamber. This decision follows advocacy from conservative groups and comes after the Justice Department and Capitol Police cleared the officer involved in her death of any wrongdoing. Despite this, Babbitt’s death has become a rallying point for right-wing groups, with her estate having recently settled a wrongful death lawsuit against the U.S. government.
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Bodycam footage from January 6, 2021, shows Jared Wise, a former Jan. 6 defendant, berating police officers and yelling, “kill ’em.” Despite these actions, Wise is now working as a senior advisor for the Department of Justice under the Trump administration, which introduced the footage as an exhibit in Wise’s trial. Wise was not convicted due to a presidential order. This hiring decision, along with other actions like pardons and dismissals of cases, highlights the administration’s efforts to reshape the narrative of the Capitol riot, drawing criticism from those involved in the initial investigations.
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A federal jury has awarded $500,000 to the widow and estate of a police officer who died by suicide shortly after defending the U.S. Capitol on January 6th. The eight-member jury found David Walls-Kaufman liable for assaulting Officer Jeffrey Smith, awarding the widow and estate for damages. The encounter, which took place during the riot, was captured on the officer’s body camera. Walls-Kaufman, who served a 60-day prison sentence for a riot-related misdemeanor, denied assaulting the officer.
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Following President Trump’s blanket pardons for nearly 1,500 January 6th rioters, he now suggests exploring a government compensation fund for these individuals. This proposal follows the estimated $2.7 billion in damages caused by the Capitol riot, for which many rioters faced restitution orders now nullified by the pardons. The idea has sparked significant public outrage, with many criticizing the potential use of taxpayer money to compensate those responsible for the insurrection. Trump maintains that the rioters were unfairly treated and are “patriots.”
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