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Lawmakers condemn Trump’s use of Guard, active-duty troops in LA

Critics warn that the president's decision to mobilize Guard troops over the California governor's objections sets a "troubling precedent."

By Leo Shane III

5 weeks ago

In this image from U.S. Capitol Police security video, released and annotated by the Justice Department in the Statement of Facts supporting an arrest warrant, Taylor Taranto, circled in yellow, enters the U.S. Capitol through the Upper West Terrace door on Jan. 6, 2021, in Washington

Trial opens for Navy vet arrested near Obama’s DC home in 2023

Investigators found two guns, roughly 400 rounds of ammunition and a machete in Taylor Taranto’s van after he showed up near Obama’s home.

By Michael Kunzelman, The Associated Press

8 weeks ago

Vet who killed Iraqi civilian ordered to jail on Capitol riot charges

Richmond was convicted of manslaughter in 2004 for fatally shooting an Iraqi cow herder in the head while serving in the U.S. Army.

By Michael Kunzelman, The Associated Press

18 months ago

Air Force Reserve staff sergeant arrested for role in Jan. 6 riot

Kyle Douglas McMahan was arrested on felony charges related to the Jan. 6, 2021, riot.

19 months ago

‘QAnon Shaman,’ Navy vet imprisoned over Jan. 6, running for Congress

Navy veteran Jacob Chansley was the spear-carrying rioter in horned fur hat and face paint during the 2021 Capitol riot.

20 months ago

Mattis says vets at Jan. 6 Capitol riot ‘don’t define the military’

“There’s always someone that disappoints you. I’m reminded that Jesus of Nazareth had 1 out of 12 disappoint him.”

By Irene Loewenson

20 months ago

Senate confirms Gen. David Allvin as Air Force chief of staff

The Air Force spent more than a month without a confirmed four-star general at the helm.

By Rachel S. Cohen and Leo Shane III

21 months ago

Milley leaves Joint Chiefs with a legacy of controversy, consequence

The Joint Chiefs Chairman steps down this week after four years of fights with Trump and tensions around the globe.

By Leo Shane III and Jonathan Lehrfeld

22 months ago

Marine sentenced to community service, probation for Capitol riot

The judge ordered Dodge Hellonen to perform 279 hours of community service — one hour for every Marine who was killed or wounded fighting in the Civil War.

By Michael Kunzelman, The Associated Press

22 months ago

Ex-Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio gets 22 years in prison for Jan. 6

Former Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio’s sentence is the longest so far among more than 1,100 Capitol riot cases.

By Michael Kunzelman

23 months ago

Two ex-Proud Boys leaders get among longest sentences in Jan. 6 attack

The 17-year prison term for organizer Joseph Biggs and 15-year stint for leader Zachary Rehl were the second and third longest sentences handed down yet.

23 months ago

Sentencing delayed for Ex-Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio

Former Proud Boys national leader Enrique Tarrio’s sentencing for orchestrating the group’s attack on the U.S. Capitol has been delayed until Sept. 5.

By Michael Kunzelman, The Associated Press

23 months ago

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