A man was apprehended at the Capitol Visitor Center carrying a machete and three knives while former President Carter lay in state. The arrest occurred hours before President-elect Trump’s planned visit to pay respects. The individual was taken into custody on weapons charges, with his motives currently unknown. Meanwhile, President Biden, returning from California, is scheduled to deliver a eulogy at Carter’s funeral on Thursday. Carter’s body will remain in the Capitol Rotunda until the service.
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I must admit, the recent decision by the Supreme Court upholding the ban on a former New Mexico official, Couy Griffin, from running for state office due to his involvement in the January 6 insurrection is a small victory in my eyes. The fact that someone who actively participated in an attack on the U.S. Capitol is being held accountable and barred from holding office within the state is a step in the right direction. This ruling signifies that individuals who engage in acts of sedition and violence should face consequences for their actions, especially when seeking public office.
The distinction made by the Supreme Court, between state and federal offices, is crucial to understanding the implications of this decision.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker