The verdict was delivered on Thursday, May 25. One of the leaders of the American far right, Stuart Rhodes, was sentenced to 18 years in prison for “mutiny.” To date, this is the highest sentence associated with the storming of the Capitol. A conviction for sedition related to planning to use force against the government is punishable by 20 years in prison. But prosecutors have asked for 25 years for Stuart Rhodes, relying on a device to increase sentences for natural disasters. “terrorist”, AFP details. Judge Mehta, not following them fully, justified the severity of the sentence on the leadership of Stuart Rhodes and his lack of remorse. “You represent a constant threat and danger to the country”the magistrate said.
A former soldier and Yale Law graduate, Stewart Rhodes founded the Oath Keepers in 2009 by recruiting former soldiers or police officers, initially to fight a federal state court. “oppressive”. Like other radical groups, this militia was seduced by Donald Trump’s anti-elite rhetoric and fully believed allegations of vote-rigging during Joe Biden’s victory. “You are smart, charismatic and eloquent. That’s what makes you dangerous.”Judge Mehta told him.
“I am a political prisoner”
Throughout the trial, the founder of the Oath Keepers militia did not leave his defiant pose. Shortly before he was sentenced, he stated, in part: “I am a political prisoner (…) my only crime is to speak out against those who are destroying our country.” Federal Judge Amit Mehta briefly put him in his place: “You are NOT a political prisoner, Mr. Rhodes” He said. “You are here because twelve jurors (…) found you guilty of sedition”, “one of the most serious crimes an American can commit.”
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Only ten far-right activists — six members of the Oath Keepers and four of the Proud Boys — have been found guilty of “sedition” after three separate trials in Washington. Stuart Rhodes, known for his black eyepatch, remained outside the D-Day Capitol but allegedly led his troops over the radio. “like a general on the battlefield.” On January 6, 2021, thousands of Donald Trump supporters sowed chaos and violence in the Houses of Congress as elected officials confirmed the victory of his rival Joe Biden in the presidential election. In total, more than 1,000 people were arrested, 300 received prison terms. So far the most difficult was 14 years.
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