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Influencer Jake Lang among six arrested in Minneapolis riot outside City Hall
crime2 days ago

Influencer Jake Lang among six arrested in Minneapolis riot outside City Hall

Minneapolis police arrested far-right influencer Jake Lang and six supporters on suspicion of rioting after a clash with counterprotesters outside City Hall; Lang allegedly drove a pickup onto the sidewalk and stood in the bed with a sign that included a racial slur. Three officers were injured, and Lang was booked into Hennepin County Jail without bail as investigators continue. Four others were arrested as part of the broader incident, including individuals not connected to Lang; Lang’s rally was linked to Shiloh Hendrix, a Rochester woman involved in a separate 2025 incident.

Jake Lang Arrested After Minneapolis Rally Ends in Clashes
local3 days ago

Jake Lang Arrested After Minneapolis Rally Ends in Clashes

Far-right activist Jake Lang was arrested after a planned rally outside Minneapolis City Hall drew counter-protests and clashes; vehicles drove onto a sidewalk toward a crowd, prompting police to intervene and mace to be deployed. Three officers sustained non-life-threatening injuries, and Lang along with others were arrested on riot charges and held after medical evaluation.

Dearborn confronts a tense showdown as anti-Islam rally draws Nazi sympathizers
politics7 days ago

Dearborn confronts a tense showdown as anti-Islam rally draws Nazi sympathizers

In Dearborn, Michigan, anti-Islam activists and Nazi-sympathizers clashed with pro-Muslim demonstrators ahead of a City Council meeting featuring far-right activist Jake Lang; police and federal partners deployed heavy security as confrontations erupted outside the Henry Ford Centennial Library, prompting officials and faith leaders to urge peace and safety and relocate or delay the meeting.

Pardoned Jan. 6 figure Jake Lang arrested in Dallas on terroristic threats charge
us-news-politics2 months ago

Pardoned Jan. 6 figure Jake Lang arrested in Dallas on terroristic threats charge

Far-right influencer Jake Lang, who was pardoned by President Trump for federal Jan. 6 charges, was arrested in Dallas on a third-degree felony terroristic threats count linked to alleged threats toward a juror in a separate murder trial; Lang has faced multiple legal issues since the insurrection, including recent trespassing arrests in Frisco and vandalism accusations in Minnesota.

Jake Lang Faces Terroristic Threat Charge in Frisco, Bonds Set at $1 Million
crime2 months ago

Jake Lang Faces Terroristic Threat Charge in Frisco, Bonds Set at $1 Million

Edward Jacob Lang (Jake Lang) was arrested in Frisco, Texas, on a terroristic threat charge and booked into Dallas County Jail with a $1 million bond for alleged conduct that disrupted public services and caused public fear. The arrest followed Lang being spotted outside the Collin County Courthouse amid protests related to the Austin Metcalf case, marking his second North Texas arrest in about a week. Lang has a prior history including a Jan. 6 federal conviction and a separate trespass matter in Frisco.

Two detained after suspicious devices found outside Gracie Mansion amid protest
politics5 months ago

Two detained after suspicious devices found outside Gracie Mansion amid protest

Two people were taken into custody after two suspicious devices were found outside Gracie Mansion, the NYC mayor’s residence, during an anti-Islam demonstration led by right-wing influencer Jake Lang. Police said no injuries occurred and the investigation is ongoing. It wasn’t immediately clear whether Mayor Zohran Mamdani or the first lady were home. Lang, who was pardoned for Jan. 6-related charges, has staged similar provocations, including a promised Quran burning that did not take place.

Trump-pardoned influencer arrested after vandalizing Minnesota Capitol anti-ICE sculpture
politics6 months ago

Trump-pardoned influencer arrested after vandalizing Minnesota Capitol anti-ICE sculpture

Far-right influencer and Trump pardon recipient Jake Lang was arrested at Minnesota’s state capitol after recording himself kicking down an ice sculpture protesting ICE. The Common Defense–commissioned piece was altered from 'Prosecute ICE' to 'Pro ICE' during the vandalism. Lang, a Florida resident running for the U.S. Senate in 2026, faces felony criminal-damage charges and has a history linked to January 6-related activity and prior anti-immigrant demonstrations.

Trans woman helps stranger flee Minneapolis march, later revealed as a right-wing figure’s background
national7 months ago

Trans woman helps stranger flee Minneapolis march, later revealed as a right-wing figure’s background

Daye Gottsche, a transgender woman, let a stranger into her car near Minneapolis City Hall after an anti-immigration march was dispersed by counterprotesters; she did not know the man—Jake Lang, a pardoned Jan. 6 rioter and right-wing influencer—had been leading the protest, and only later learned his identity.

politics7 months ago

Conservative influencer claims stabbing at Minneapolis anti-immigration protest amid conflicting reports

Conservative influencer Jake Lang says he was stabbed during an anti-immigration protest outside Minneapolis City Hall, claiming a left-wing assailant attacked him after taunting Muslims and Somalis; police have not filed a report of the stabbing, and authorities are meanwhile navigating a tense scene linked to immigration-related protests and broader city unrest as Trump signals a robust response.

Stabbing claim at pro-ICE rally shadows Minneapolis protest
politics7 months ago

Stabbing claim at pro-ICE rally shadows Minneapolis protest

Jake Lang, a pardoned Jan. 6 participant and Florida Senate candidate, says he was stabbed during a pro-ICE rally outside Minneapolis City Hall—a claim NBC News could not verify. The confrontation drew counterprotesters in freezing weather, with Lang and supporters getting soaked by water balloons and snowballs; the episode comes amid ongoing Minnesota tensions over immigration and after the high-profile killing of Renee Nicole Good by a federal officer with ICE.