Defense attorneys in the Oath Keepers seditious-conspiracy trial renewed their request to block federal prosecutors from mentioning two hand grenades allegedly brought to the Washington area after they discovered that DNA found on the grenades does not belong to Florida Oath Keepers member Jeremy Brown. Attorneys for Oath Keepers defendants Kenneth Harrelson and Kelly Meggs…
DNA on Seized Hand Grenades Does Not Belong to Oath Keepers Defendant Jeremy Brown: FBI Lab
Trump Threatens ‘Appropriate Action’ Against Jan. 6 Committee
Former President Donald Trump on Monday said he “may bring appropriate action” against the Jan. 6 Committee. The statement, issued through the Save America political action committee (PAC) and shared on Trump’s Truth Social account, came as part of an announcement about a lawsuit he brought against CNN, alleging defamation. It is unclear whether Trump…
Defense Seeks Remote Deposition of Oath Keepers Expert on Group’s Longstanding Role Providing Security
Defense attorneys want to depose a retired U.S. Army colonel and test pilot—among the longest serving members of the Oath Keepers—regarding the group’s long-standing role in providing security at events, civil disturbances, and natural disasters. Retired Col. John Siemens, 76, would provide exculpatory testimony benefitting the five defendants in the Oath Keepers seditious-conspiracy trial, but…
Wife, 2 Dogs, and an Anniversary Message Make Jailed January 6 Defendant’s Day as Trial Looms
Angel Harrelson wanted to make sure her husband knew how much she loves him. She stood at the edge of Congressional Cemetery in Washington D.C. on a Saturday evening, holding up a hand-made sign. The message was simple and heartfelt: “Happy Anniversary to the Love of My Life, My King. 13 Years.” In a concrete-block…
Jury Selected in Oath Keepers Seditious Conspiracy Trial
WASHINGTON—The Oath Keepers jury selection ended on Sept. 29, with U.S. District Judge Amit Mehta announcing the 16 qualified jurors who will decide the defendants’ fate. Mehta brought to the courtroom a total of 44 prospective jurors whom he qualified during the week despite their strong feelings about Jan. 6, 2021. The prosecutors had the…
Capitol Report (Sept. 29): McConnell Says GOP Has 50–50 Chance To Win Senate; DHS: Large Number of War Criminals Living in US
September 29, 2022
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President Joe Biden addresses the nation in response to Hurricane Ian. He says he’s focused on saving people’s lives and homes, not political differences with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis. The Senate passed a short-term funding bill along with tens of billions in new emergency spending. Half of the Senate Republicans pushed back. Senate Minority Leader…
Oath Keepers Seditious-Conspiracy Trial Could Hinge on Centuries-Old Militia Laws: the Insurrection Act
September 29, 2022
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A federal law that dates to 1792 could play a major role in whether five Oath Keepers defendants on trial for seditious conspiracy in Washington are convicted of an alleged plot to attack the Capitol on Jan. 6 or acquitted because one can’t conspire to do something legal. The Insurrection Act has become widely discussed…
Judge: Oath Keepers Jurors Won’t be Disqualified for Opinions About Jan. 6
WASHINGTON—The judge in charge of the Oath Keepers trial said Sept. 28 that he will not disqualify any potential jurors based only on their opinions of the Jan. 6, 2021, breach of the U.S. Capitol. U.S. District Judge Amit Mehta, an Obama appointee, said that disqualifications will not be entered solely based on opinions on…
Subpoenas Drafted for 6 Convicted Oath Keepers, Seeking Evidence They Were Coerced to Lie in Plea Deals
Subpoenas have been drafted for six Oath Keepers convicted of Jan. 6 crimes, looking for texts, emails, or other records that could show they were coerced by prosecutors to lie in their plea deals, a new court filing said. Defense attorneys in the Oath Keepers seditious-conspiracy trial underway in U.S. District Court in Washington D.C….
January 6 Defendant Convicted, Faces up to 24 Years in Prison
The jury in a January 6 trial on Sept. 27 found John Strand guilty of all charges. Strand faces up to 24 years in prison. He didn’t comment on the jury’s verdict. During last week’s trial, prosecutors said Strand had planned to storm the Capitol building months before January 6, 2021. Strand may have initially intended…
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