Judge raises alarm about WHCD suspect's post-arrest treatment
Summary
A federal judge expressed serious concern about how Cole Allen, accused of trying to assassinate President Donald Trump, was treated after his arrest. The judge highlighted harsh conditions like being placed in a padded cell, lack of phone access, and constant lighting, which seemed stricter than the treatment given to others involved in the January 6 Capitol attack.Key Facts
- Cole Allen is charged with attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump at the White House correspondents' dinner.
- He was reportedly held in very restrictive conditions including a padded cell with no phone access or recreational time.
- The judge questioned why Allen’s treatment was harsher than that of people involved in the January 6 Capitol attack.
- Allen was placed under suicide watch after arrest but later taken off it.
- The judge described Allen’s treatment as “differently than anyone I’ve ever observed.”
- Assistant U.S. Attorney said Allen told FBI agents he did not expect to survive the assassination attempt.
- The judge apologized to Allen, emphasizing that all suspects should be treated with basic human decency.
- Allen allegedly planned the attack for weeks and took a selfie before attempting to breach security with weapons.
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