Oath Keepers
The latest on the Oath Keepers. A far-right anti-government militia group, the Oath Keepers have been responsible for a number of anti-government actions, including links to the January 6 Capitol attack. Nine members were convicted of seditious conspiracy for their actions on January 6. Founded in 2009 by Stewart Rhodes, it is believed to have a membership of anywhere between 5,000 and 38,000 members.
Alaska Republican touts benefits of children being abused to death
Republican David Eastman suggested the death of child abuse victims could be a "cost savings" to wider society.
More Oath Keepers convicted on same charge spells danger for Trump
The growing number of seditious conspiracy convictions might help special counsel Jack Smith decide to charge Trump for his role in the January 6 Capitol riot.
What is sedition? Four more Oath Keepers convicted in January 6 attack
Oath Keepers Joseph Hackett, David Moerschel, Roberto Minuta and Edward Vallejo on Monday were found guilty of seditious conspiracy.
Five unanswered questions about Jan. 6 two years on from deadly riot
Who was responsible for the attack on the Capitol, and what will follow the January 6 committee's investigation?
Donald Trump facing "series of indictments" after criminal referral—Tribe
Trump should expect a "series of indictments" over his role in the Capitol riot, according to legal scholar Laurence Tribe.
What's Different About DOJ's Prosecution of the Oath Keepers
The Department of Justice's sprawling prosecution has resulted in over 920 arrests to date, and has secured convictions or pleas in nearly 500 of those cases. However, the indictment of Stewart Rhodes in January 2022 was undoubtedly the most significant public step taken by the DOJ in the nearly two-year-long investigation.
Secret Service members found to be part of far-right extremist group—report
A leaked membership list dating up to 2015 reportedly showed that seven Oath Keepers identified themselves as being part of the Secret Service.
Chinese media compares Oath Keepers' prosecution to Xi's protest crackdown
The Global Times wrote in an op-ed that "the Capitol riots have severely traumatized the already unstable U.S. politics and society."
Oath Keepers verdict is direct rejection of Trump's "big lie": Kirschner
Oath Keepers leader Stewart Rhodes faces up to 20 years behind bars for a conviction on a rare charge.
What is seditious conspiracy? Stewart Rhodes convicted of January 6 charge
Rhodes, founder of the right-wing Oath Keepers, is the first person to be found guilty of seditious conspiracy in decades.
How every known Jan. 6 participant fared in U.S., state midterm elections
At least 20 Republicans who who attended the "Stop the Steal" rally on January 6, 2021, were on the ballot paper.
Stewart Rhodes trial will place more scrutiny on Secret Service
A former member of the Oath Keepers has said Rhodes claimed to have a contact in the agency before last year's Capitol riot.
Oath Keepers' Stewart Rhodes was in contact with Secret Service: ex-member
John Zimmerman testified that he thought the Oath Keepers leader was in touch with a Secret Service agent as early as September 2020.
Stewart Rhodes' Journey From Yale to Oath Keepers Founder
The trial of Oath Keepers founder Rhodes and four associates charged with seditious conspiracy in the attack on the U.S. Capitol is set to begin soon.
Trump 'Didn't Say Not to' Harm Congressmen: Oath Keeper on New Jan. 6 Audio
Audio features members of the far-right group communicating after the Capitol was breached and also after Trump called for police not to be attacked.
Leaked Oath Keepers Data Reveals U.S. States With Most Members
Texas had the most members with more than 3,000 people in the Oath Keepers, a group that targets law enforcement and the military with its messaging.
'I'm an Ex-Oath Keeper, Capitol Police Thanked Me for My Jan. 6 Testimony'
I resigned from the Oath Keepers after hearing a conversation amongst key members and associates of the group, openly discussing their views that the Holocaust was a hoax.
Read Messages Oath Keepers Sent After Trump's December Meeting
"We will have to do a bloody, massively bloody revolution against them," one member said.
Five Things to Look Out for at Today's Jan. 6 Hearing
Tuesday's presentation will focus on Proud Boys and Oath Keepers' ties to Trump's inner circle.
Jan. 6 Committee Schedule: Time, How to Watch Tuesday's Hearing
Tuesday's hearing will feature testimony from former White House counsel Pat Cipollone, who agreed to appear before the panel just last week.
'You Worried?' Kinzinger Taunts Jackson Over Attacks on Jan. 6 Committee
Jackson called for the House select committee to be "dissolved" on Saturday as the founder of the Oath Keepers may testify.
Rhodes Testimony May Prove Link Between Oath Keepers, Trump Team: Kirschner
The Oath Keepers founder may testify for the Jan. 6 committee if they meet his demands, his attorney said on Friday.
Fox Host Predicts Jan. 6 Probe Will Directly Tie Trump to Proud Boys Plot
Multiple members of the Proud Boys and the Oath Keepers have been charged with "seditious conspiracy" in connection to the Capitol riot.
Roger Stone's Links to Proud Boys, Oath Keepers Explained
Donald Trump's longtime ally is connected to both far-right groups, whose members have been charged with sedition in connection to the January 6 riot.
Roger Stone 'Going to Prison' or 'Flipping on Donald Trump': Kirschner
Glenn Kirschner said Saturday that Roger Stone's "good friends" have begun to cooperate with the House select committee investigating the Jan. 6 Capitol riot.
Oath Keeper Pleads Guilty of Seditious Conspiracy in 1/6 Siege on Capitol
A third Oath Keeper has pleaded guilty to seditious conspiracy and obstruction charges in the January 6, 2021, Capitol insurrection.
Jan. 6 Committee Eyes Capitol Riot 'Conspiracy' in Ronny Jackson Testimony
Jackson denied having any contact with people allegedly involved in the riot and has decried what he described as the committee's "malicious" agenda.
Roger Stone Says 'Patriots' And 'Traitors' Are Only Two Political Parties
The top Trump ally made the remarks while speaking at a "Save America Freedom Tour" event in Tennessee.
Florida Oath Keeper: 'I Can't Even Defend Myself' Now That Lawyer Disbarred
"I can't even try to defend myself at this point," Kelly Meggs reportedly said after being urged to find a new lawyer during a Friday hearing.
Attorney Who Represented Oath Keepers Disbarred for 'Misconduct'
Attorney Jonathan Moseley was accused of "misconduct," "violating professional rules," the "unauthorized practice of law" and other "disciplinary matters."
