Pentagon hires convicted Jan. 6 rioter for counterterrorism post
Summary
The Pentagon hired Elias Irizarry, who was convicted for his role in the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack, to work in a department managing special military operations and irregular warfare. Irizarry was 19 years old at the time of the attack and now holds a position within the Defense Department under the current administration.Key Facts
- Elias Irizarry took part in the January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol.
- He was convicted for his actions related to the riot.
- He was 19 years old during the Capitol attack.
- The Pentagon appointed him to a job in the Special Operations and Low Intensity Conflict office.
- This office handles sensitive military operations and irregular warfare issues.
- The hiring occurred under President Donald Trump’s administration.
- His role is within the U.S. Defense Department.
- The appointment has raised questions due to his past conviction connected to the Capitol attack.
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