Former Jewish Newspaper Editor Charged for Capitol Riot Involvement
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Elliot Resnick, former chief editor of The Jewish Press, has been arrested on charges of obstructing law enforcement and assaulting officers in connection with the Jan. 6 Capitol Riot. Resnick allegedly pushed his way into the Capitol through the east rotunda doors and remained in the building for close to an hour. He had repeatedly posted on social media questioning the 2020 election results. At least 1,000 people have been arrested in connection with the riot, including more than 320 charged with assaulting or impeding law enforcement.
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