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politics1 year ago

"Oath Keepers' Son: From Trauma to Triumph in Long Shot Election Bid"

Dakota Adams, the son of Oath Keepers founder Stewart Rhodes, is running for the Montana Legislature as a Democrat, aiming to share his story of overcoming a traumatic childhood and his vision for democracy. Adams, who escaped his father's control in 2018, is working in construction, taking college classes, and volunteering as a firefighter. Despite the district's strong Republican leanings, he believes his campaign can help change perspectives and plans to sell his former anti-government protest gear.

via The Associated Press|
#democratic-campaign#montana#oath-keepers
crime-and-justice1 year ago

"School Board Member Boasted About Drinking Alcohol in Capitol on Jan. 6, According to FBI"

Miles Adkins, a member of the Frederick County School Board in Virginia, was arrested by federal authorities for his involvement in the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol. He faces misdemeanor charges for entering and remaining in a restricted building, disruptive conduct, disorderly conduct, and unlawful picketing. Adkins allegedly bragged about drinking alcohol in the Capitol and admitted to being in touch with a member of the far-right Oath Keepers on that day. Video evidence shows him aiding another rioter and engaging in disruptive behavior. This arrest comes after Adkins had previously faced calls for resignation due to a DUI charge and had been identified as a Jan. 6 rioter by online "sedition hunters."

via NBC News|
#crime-and-justice#fbi#frederick-county-school-board
law-enforcement2 years ago

"Chicago's Battle Against Extremism: From Klan Recruitment to Oath Keepers"

An investigation by WBEZ, the Chicago Sun-Times, and the Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project has revealed that several police officers in Illinois, including state troopers and campus cops, have ties to the extremist group Oath Keepers. The investigation found that some of these officers have faced accusations of racial slurs and other serious misconduct, yet have faced little to no consequences. One officer, Matthew Dumais, who injured a high school track champion during an arrest, was found to have signed up for the Oath Keepers. The victim believes that anyone who joined the group should not be in law enforcement. The University of Illinois Chicago campus police also investigated an officer, Matthew Paulish, who admitted to signing up for the Oath Keepers but faced no disciplinary action. The investigation revealed a total of 12 active-duty officers in Illinois with ties to the extremist group.

via Chicago Sun-Times|
#illinois-state-police#internal-investigation#law-enforcement
law-enforcement2 years ago

Chicago Police Officers with Troubling Records Stay on Force Despite Ties to Extremist Oath Keepers

An investigation by WBEZ, the Chicago Sun-Times, and the Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project reveals that several Chicago police officers with ties to the extremist group Oath Keepers have troubling backgrounds, including allegations of excessive force, improper searches, and racist comments. Despite promises from Mayor Brandon Johnson to rid the department of extremists, at least nine officers remain on the force. The Chicago Police Department has faced criticism for its inaction and resistance to taking action against officers with ties to the Oath Keepers. The leaked membership records show that some officers promised to promote the group at work or reported that colleagues recruited them. The department is now opening a new investigation into the officers' involvement with the extremist group.

via Chicago Sun-Times|
#chicago-police-department#extremism#investigation
politics2 years ago

DOJ Charges Former Oath Keeper Ray Epps Amid Jan. 6 Conspiracy Theories

Former Oath Keeper member Ray Epps, who was targeted by Jan. 6 conspiracy theories, has been charged by the Justice Department with a misdemeanor count of disorderly and disruptive conduct in connection with the U.S. Capitol attacks. Epps, who denies being an undercover federal agent, has filed a defamation lawsuit against Fox News and Tucker Carlson for spreading the conspiracy theory. He claims the false accusations resulted in threats, harassment, and financial turmoil for him and his wife. Epps is expected to plead guilty to the charge.

via ABC News|
#conspiracy-theories#defamation-lawsuit#jan-6-capitol-attack
law-and-crime2 years ago

Oath Keeper associate's convictions upheld by federal judge

A federal judge has upheld two convictions against Thomas Caldwell, a Navy veteran and associate of the far-right group Oath Keepers, for obstructing an official proceeding and tampering with documents related to the January 6 Capitol riot. The judge rejected Caldwell's argument that there was insufficient evidence, stating that Caldwell supported the Oath Keepers in obstructing Congress and helped plan an armed quick reaction force. The judge cited messages Caldwell sent about a "much bigger op" and his actions on January 6 as supporting evidence. Caldwell was acquitted of conspiracy charges but has not yet been sentenced.

via CNN|
#convictions#january-6-capitol-riot#judges-ruling
crime2 years ago

Jan. 6 Rioter Sentenced to Over 7 Years for Attacking Police

Kyle Fitzsimons, a Jan. 6 rioter known for his bloody face in a widely-shared photo, has been sentenced to over seven years in prison for charges related to the attack on the U.S. Capitol. The professional butcher from Maine charged at police lines and hurled a bow at them during the attack. Fitzsimons, who attended former President Donald Trump's speech, will serve his sentence followed by three years of supervised release. Federal prosecutors have arrested and charged hundreds of individuals involved in the Capitol attack, including members of the far-right militia group, Oath Keepers.

via USA TODAY|
#capitol-attack#crime#federal-prosecutors
politics2 years ago

Justice Department Appeals Short Prison Sentences for Oath Keepers in Jan. 6 Attack

The Justice Department plans to appeal the prison sentences of Stewart Rhodes, the founder of the Oath Keepers, and other members involved in the January 6th attack on the U.S. Capitol because the terms were not as long as what prosecutors had sought. Rhodes received an 18-year sentence for seditious conspiracy, which was less than the 25 years requested by the Justice Department. This move by the prosecutors is unusual, as it is more common for defendants to appeal their sentences. The announcement comes after a rare setback in a related case, where a former Oath Keeper was acquitted of conspiring with the extremist group to obstruct Congress in the Capitol attack.

via CBS News|
#appeal#jan-6-attack#justice-department
crime2 years ago

Mixed Verdict: Oath Keeper Convicted, Another Acquitted in Capitol Attack Trial

Donovan Ray Crowl, one of the first Oath Keepers arrested for his involvement in the January 6 Capitol riot, has been convicted of conspiracy to obstruct the electoral college vote count and civil disorder. However, James D. Beeks, another Oath Keeper charged alongside Crowl, was acquitted of the same charges, becoming the first Oath Keeper to be cleared of all Jan. 6-related charges. Beeks claimed he was unaware of the Oath Keepers' plan and had been "duped" into joining them. Crowl is the latest of over 20 Oath Keepers members and associates to plead guilty or be convicted in connection with the attack.

via The Washington Post|
#acquittal#capitol-attack#conviction
law-and-justice2 years ago

Justice Department Appeals Sentences for Convicted Oath Keepers

The Justice Department is appealing the sentences given to eight convicted members of the Oath Keepers, who were charged with seditious conspiracy and other conspiracy offenses related to their involvement in the January 6 attack on the US Capitol. The appeals will allow for further examination of the case and potentially establish new legal precedents. Some of the defendants had already filed their own appeals. The sentences handed down were below what prosecutors had requested, with the judge sentencing Oath Keepers leader Stewart Rhodes to 18 years instead of the requested 25 years. The Oath Keepers' sentences were the first for seditious conspiracy in over a decade.

via CNN|
#appeals#capitol-attack#justice-department
politics2 years ago

Justice Department Appeals Sentences for Oath Keepers in Jan. 6 Attack

The Justice Department has appealed the sentences of seven members of the Oath Keepers, including founder Stewart Rhodes, for their involvement in the January 6 attack on the Capitol. The appeal indicates that prosecutors are dissatisfied with the severity of the jail terms handed down by the federal judge overseeing the case. The sentences for the defendants fell below the recommended guidelines, prompting the DOJ to seek longer prison terms. The appeals will be considered by the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals, along with appeals filed by the defendants challenging their convictions and sentences.

via POLITICO|
#appeals#jan-6-attack#justice-department
crime2 years ago

Justice Department Challenges Length of Prison Sentences for Oath Keepers

The Justice Department is appealing the 18-year prison sentence given to Oath Keepers founder Stewart Rhodes for his involvement in the January 6th attack on the U.S. Capitol, as well as other far-right extremists' sentences that were shorter than what prosecutors had requested. Rhodes' sentence was below the recommended range and less than what the Justice Department had asked for. This move by the prosecutors is unusual, as it is more common for defendants to appeal their sentences. Rhodes' attorney called the decision to appeal surprising. The Justice Department also intends to appeal the sentences of other Oath Keepers.

via The Associated Press|
#appeal#capitol-attack#crime
crime2 years ago

Acquittal for 'Jesus Christ Superstar' Actor in January 6 Charges

James Beeks, a member of the Oath Keepers and an actor who played Judas in "Jesus Christ Superstar," has been acquitted of all federal charges related to the January 6 attack on the US Capitol. Beeks allegedly conspired with other Oath Keepers to disrupt the certification of the Electoral College vote. He was acquitted after a bench trial, during which evidence including his membership in the Oath Keepers and his actions during the attack were presented.

via CNN|
#acquittal#crime#james-beeks
law-and-politics2 years ago

Oath Keepers Lawyer Deemed Incompetent, Trial Delayed.

Kellye SoRelle, a lawyer for the far-right Oath Keepers charged with conspiracy related to the Capitol riots on January 6, 2021, has been deemed incompetent to stand trial by experts for both prosecutors and defense attorneys. She will likely need three to four months of mental health treatment before the trial can proceed. SoRelle's defense attorney said she will need to be placed in an in-patient program once a spot is open. The trial has been delayed, and SoRelle pled not guilty to the charges.

via Yahoo News|
#capitol-riot#kellye-sorelle#law-and-politics
legal2 years ago

Oath Keepers lawyer's trial delayed due to competency concerns.

The trial of Kellye SoRelle, a lawyer associated with the Oath Keepers extremist group charged with conspiracy related to the Capitol riots on January 6, 2021, has been delayed after experts found her incompetent to stand trial and recommended three to four months of mental health treatment. SoRelle's defense attorney agreed to an in-patient program once a spot becomes available. SoRelle has also been charged with obstruction of justice by withholding records relevant to the DOJ's grand jury investigation of the Capitol riot.

via Business Insider|
#capitol-riots#kellye-sorelle#legal