"Multiple Convictions for Jan. 6 Instigators in Capitol Assault"
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Five men were convicted of assaulting law enforcement and obstructing the confirmation of the 2020 presidential election during the Jan. 6 Capitol riot. Video evidence showed them lifting barriers and heaving them at Capitol Police officers, clearing the path for other rioters. The defendants argued that blaming five individuals for a riot involving thousands was unfair, but prosecutors maintained their responsibility. The judge convicted three of them and acquitted two, with sentencing set for June 13.
- Men accused of opening path that allowed Jan. 6 mob rush convicted The Washington Post
- Man Whose Attacks on Jan. 6 Were Seen as a Tipping Point Convicted for Assault The New York Times
- Pennsylvania man seen as Jan. 6 instigator convicted on multiple counts The Hill
- Jan. 6 rioter who carried Trump 'Rambo' flag convicted of assaulting Capitol Police officer NBC News
- Ryan Samsel, Jan. 6 defendant who instigated breach, convicted of multiple felonies POLITICO
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