The FBI has arrested Brian J. Cole Jr., of Woodbridge, Virginia, in connection to the pipe bombs placed outside the Republican and Democratic national party headquarters on the eve of the January 6th Capitol attack. This arrest marks a breakthrough in an investigation that has puzzled law enforcement for years, using evidence such as credit card purchases, cellphone tower data, and license plate readers. Authorities are still investigating a possible motive and any connection the act may have had to the Capitol riot. The FBI and Justice Department stated the arrest was the result of a reinvigorated investigation, crediting a fresh analysis of already-collected evidence and data.
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The bombs placed near the Capitol on the eve of the January 6th insurrection, though undetonated, were viable devices capable of inflicting harm. While no motive has been confirmed, the suspect has reportedly expressed support for anarchism. Conspiracy theories surrounding the case have flourished, with some claiming the bombs were a distraction or an “inside job.” The long duration of the investigation has likely contributed to the persistence of these theories, potentially complicating the aftermath of the arrest.
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Trump doubles down on Democrats’ sedition accusation over veterans’ video.
So, here’s the deal: Trump’s been accused of sedition, and he’s not backing down. It’s like a broken record, but this time it involves a video and some strong words aimed at those who might dare to question his orders. The core of it seems to be centered around a video aimed at veterans, and the implication is that Democrats are somehow undermining the military by reminding them of their duty to the Constitution. It’s a lot to unpack, but let’s try to make sense of it.
This whole thing kicks off with Trump essentially declaring that anyone who told the military to disobey his orders should be in jail.… Continue reading
The statement, released by House Democratic leadership, unequivocally condemns Donald Trump’s “disgusting and dangerous death threats” against members of Congress, specifically referencing those who served the country with “tremendous patriotism.” The leadership points to Trump’s history of attacking those who have served the country, connecting his rhetoric to the January 6th Capitol attack. They have contacted the appropriate authorities to ensure the safety of the targeted members and their families. They call for Trump to remove the posts and retract his violent language.
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A man pardoned by former President Trump after the January 6th Capitol riot has been arrested in Florida. Andrew Paul Johnson, 44, is accused of molesting an 11-year-old boy on multiple occasions. According to an affidavit, Johnson attempted to bribe the child by gifting him an iPhone and claiming he would receive $10 million and be included in his will due to his involvement in the January 6th events. Johnson had previously pleaded guilty for his actions during the riot but was later pardoned.
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Andrew Paul Johnson, who received a pardon from former President Trump for his involvement in the January 6th Capitol riot, has been arrested in Florida on charges of child molestation. The arrest came after a months-long investigation and involved allegations of Johnson attempting to silence the victim, using the potential payout from his Jan. 6 involvement as leverage. Johnson was accused of committing lewd and lascivious acts on the child. Further investigation revealed that Johnson had expressed an intent to include the child in his will, allegedly to prevent him from revealing Johnson’s actions.
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Trump re-pardons a Jan. 6 defendant to erase unrelated gun conviction, and it’s certainly a development that raises a lot of eyebrows. It’s hard not to notice the layers of complexity and potential implications that come with this action. We’re talking about a situation where a pardon was essentially doubled down on. The original pardon related to the defendant’s involvement in the January 6th Capitol riot. This is what you would expect. However, this re-pardon is aimed at wiping away a completely separate conviction – a firearms charge that stemmed from a different set of circumstances. It’s a bit like giving someone a “get out of jail free” card twice, even when the initial card should have been sufficient.… Continue reading
The BBC is facing accusations of another misleading edit of Donald Trump’s January 6, 2021 speech, predating a similar controversy with the Panorama documentary. A 2022 Newsnight segment presented Trump’s words, including “we fight like hell,” in a way that suggested the statement immediately preceded the Capitol riots. Former White House Chief of Staff Mick Mulvaney criticized the clip, stating it spliced together different parts of the speech. The BBC has responded by stating it is looking into the matter, while Trump’s legal team has accused the BBC of defamation.
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Taake, previously charged with sex crimes in Texas, was convicted of assaulting a police officer at the Capitol with bear spray and a whip during the January 6th riots. Despite the severity of his actions, which occurred while he was out on bond, Taake’s time served for the January 6th charges was credited toward his earlier sex crimes due to a blanket pardon, resulting in a significantly reduced sentence. He displayed no remorse for his actions and denied responsibility. His actions at the Capitol were deemed violent and not protected by the First Amendment.
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John Banuelos, a supporter of Donald Trump who fired a gun at the U.S. Capitol during the January 6th attack, was arrested in October on charges of aggravated kidnapping and aggravated sexual assault in Illinois. He was previously identified as the individual who fired a weapon at the Capitol, and later fatally stabbed a man in Salt Lake City in July 2021, though he was not charged. Banuelos predicted in court that Donald Trump would be elected and pardon Jan. 6 rioters. The Justice Department moved to dismiss the case on January 21, 2025, after Trump took office.
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The bombs placed near the Capitol on the eve of the January 6th insurrection, though undetonated, were viable devices capable of inflicting harm. While no motive has been confirmed, the suspect has reportedly expressed support for anarchism. Conspiracy theories surrounding the case have flourished, with some claiming the bombs were a distraction or an “inside job.” The long duration of the investigation has likely contributed to the persistence of these theories, potentially complicating the aftermath of the arrest.
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