January 6 Conspiracy Theory Figure Charged in Capitol Riot Misdemeanor

Ray Epps, who was the subject of right-wing conspiracy theories suggesting he was part of a secret FBI plot to orchestrate the January 6 Capitol riot, has been charged with a misdemeanor related to the riot. Epps is expected to plead guilty. Some defendants in other January 6 cases have pointed to Epps, but prosecutors have consistently denied any affiliation between Epps and law enforcement. Epps has denied inciting the riot and has filed a defamation lawsuit against Fox News and Tucker Carlson.