Acquittal for 'Jesus Christ Superstar' Actor in January 6 Charges
TL;DR
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.
- Oath Keeper member and ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ actor acquitted of January 6 charges CNN
- ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ actor affiliated with Oath Keepers acquitted of Jan. 6 charges The Hill
- Judge acquits 'Jesus Christ Superstar' actor on all counts in Jan. 6 case WUSA9.com
- Former Broadway actor James Beeks acquitted of Jan. 6 charges CBS News
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