Summary
Security for Representative Jamie Raskin increased after a person pardoned for involvement in the January 6 Capitol events was reportedly near his home. This follows a rise in threats against members of Congress. The individual in question denies being near Raskin's residence.
Key Facts
- Rep. Jamie Raskin had increased security after a January 6 defendant was seen near his home.
- The defendant was previously convicted for threatening Raskin and former President Obama.
- Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer's offices received bomb threats.
- There has been a rise in threats against lawmakers who spoke against illegal orders.
- The defendant, Taylor Taranto, was living from a van in D.C. and claimed to be an independent journalist.
- Raskin's security increase included the Capitol Police escorting him.
- Taranto's lawyer disputes that Taranto was near Raskin's home.
