Summary
A man named Christopher Moynihan, who was previously pardoned by President Trump for his role in the 2021 U.S. Capitol riot, has been arrested. He faces charges for allegedly threatening to kill Hakeem Jeffries, a top Democratic leader in the House of Representatives. Moynihan was arrested in New York and is charged with making a terroristic threat.
Key Facts
- Christopher Moynihan was pardoned by President Trump for taking part in the 2021 U.S. Capitol riot.
- He has been arrested for allegedly threatening to kill House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries.
- The New York State Police arrested Moynihan based on information from the FBI.
- Moynihan allegedly sent a text stating his intention to harm Hakeem Jeffries.
- He is charged with a felony for making a terroristic threat and remains in jail unless bail is paid.
- Moynihan had been previously sentenced to prison time but was pardoned after Trump took office for a second term.
- Moynihan's arrest is part of a larger trend of increasing threats against lawmakers, with significant case numbers being handled by Capitol Police.
