Posted on Feb 9, 2021
Proud Boy 'Sergeant Of Arms' To Remain In Custody Pending Appeal
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Ethan Nordean, a self-described "Sergeant of Arms" in the extremist group the Proud Boys, will remain in custody for his alleged role in the U.S. Capitol riot until his trial hearing later this month.
A Seattle magistrate judge on Monday ruled that Nordean, who also goes by Rufio Panman, would be released on bond but then halted the decision, giving the Department of Justice time to appeal. Hours later, U.S. District Judge Beryl Howell in Washington, D.C., ordered Nordean's return to the capital pending the appeal.
The 30-year-old will be transported for a hearing on Feb. 15.
Nordean was arrested last week after being charged with impeding an official government proceeding, aiding and abetting, knowingly entering restricted grounds, and violent entry. He has not entered pleas to the charges.
A Seattle magistrate judge on Monday ruled that Nordean, who also goes by Rufio Panman, would be released on bond but then halted the decision, giving the Department of Justice time to appeal. Hours later, U.S. District Judge Beryl Howell in Washington, D.C., ordered Nordean's return to the capital pending the appeal.
The 30-year-old will be transported for a hearing on Feb. 15.
Nordean was arrested last week after being charged with impeding an official government proceeding, aiding and abetting, knowingly entering restricted grounds, and violent entry. He has not entered pleas to the charges.
Proud Boy 'Sergeant Of Arms' To Remain In Custody Pending Appeal
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Keep him detained until all court proceedings are finished and his guilt or innocence is proven.
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As this case is investigated there is more and more evidence that this was planned in advance. Curious if the actions of Proud Boy members will be used in the defense at Trump's impeachment. Prosecutors alleged Mr. Nordean used social media to advocate for the Proud Boys protecting the country and going to Washington, DC. This was way before Trump's speech.
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