North Texas Militia Leader Accused in Jan. 6 Attack on Congress Goes on Trial --
Guy Reffitt, a leader of the so-called “Texas Three Percenters,” was arrested by the FBI days after the attack and has remained in jail since."In the defendant's own words, he lit the match that started the fire," assistant U.S. Attorney Jeffrey Nestler told the jury, accusing Reffitt of being at"the tip of this mob's spear" and describing what they did as"the worst assault on the Capitol since the war of 1812.
The prosecutor quoted what he said were Reffitt's own messages, including one threatening the life of House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. "I don't care if Pelosi's head is hitting every stair as I drag her by her ankles. She is coming out,” Reffitt said, according to the prosecutor. Reffitt's own attorney, William Welch, fired back, telling jurors Reffitt never went inside the Capitol and claiming the alleged threat wasn't serious.
Singapore Latest News, Singapore Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
North Texas School District Recovers Hundreds Of Thousands Of Dollars From ScammersIn 2018, Crowley ISD was caught in the middle of a scam that cost them $2 million of taxpayer money.
Read more »
Elisa Chan takes early lead in GOP primary for Texas House district in North San AntonioThe seat in north San Antonio was vacated by Lyle Larson when the San Antonio Republican...
Read more »
Low turnout, minor problems across North Texas on 2022 primary election dayWhile there were some minor hiccups in parts of North Texas, Tuesday's primary day went smoothly for the most part.
Read more »
'I Stand With Ukraine,' Russian Business Owner In North Texas Says Sanctions Impacting Him, Not PutinWhile Ukrainians are fighting off the Russian invasion to protect their country, many Russians in North Texas are also angry about the conflict.
Read more »
A Near Perfect Forecast With Warmer Temperatures Across North TexasGet outside and enjoy the mild, sunny workweek weather that will bring above average warmth to North Texas.
Read more »
Some North Texas Water Towers Illuminated Blue And Yellow In Support Of UkraineThe cities of Celina and Rowlett are among those illuminating their water towers to show support for the people of Ukraine as they defend their country from invading Russian troops.
Read more »