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Far-right influencer arrested in Texas on charge of making terroristic threats

Far-right influencer arrested in Texas on charge of making terroristic threats

Summary

Jake Lang, a far-right influencer previously pardoned by President Trump for Jan. 6 Capitol charges, was arrested in Texas for making terroristic threats. The arrest followed his alleged threats related to a murder trial in which Karmelo Anthony was found guilty of killing Austin Metcalf.

Key Facts

  • Jake Lang was arrested in Dallas, Texas, for making a terroristic threat, a third-degree felony.
  • Lang was involved in the January 6 Capitol insurrection and was pardoned by President Trump.
  • The threat came after the murder trial of Karmelo Anthony, who was convicted and sentenced to 35 years in prison.
  • Lang allegedly threatened to shoot Karmelo Anthony if he was not convicted.
  • Lang has been active at protests linked to the trial and was seen holding a sign that said "White Lives Matter."
  • Lang has faced other recent arrests for trespassing and vandalism.
  • Karmelo Anthony’s family continues to receive racially charged threats after the conviction.
  • The case gathered national attention with large protests both supporting and opposing Karmelo Anthony.
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