"Conservative Media Writer Surrenders to FBI for Capitol Riot Charges, Sparking MAGA Outrage"

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"Conservative Media Writer Surrenders to FBI for Capitol Riot Charges, Sparking MAGA Outrage"
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Steve Baker, a writer for Blaze News, surrendered to authorities on charges related to the Capitol riot, including trespassing and disorderly conduct. His defense argues selective prosecution, claiming he's being targeted as a conservative writer. Baker, who sold riot videos to media outlets, faces backlash for his statements and actions during the riot. The case raises concerns about press freedom, as more than 1,300 people have been charged with Capitol riot-related crimes, including some who identified as journalists.

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