Federal prosecutors say they are investigating ‘sedition’ charges and more against the MAGA rioters.
WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal prosecutors looking at 'significant' federal cases tied to sedition and conspiracy in Capitol riot.
— Zeke Miller (@ZekeJMiller) January 12, 2021
JUST IN: FBI briefs on US Capitol riots
• Opened 160 case files: "That's just the tip of the iceberg."
• Received 100,000 pieces of digital media from public
• “Even if you left DC, agents from our local field offices will be knocking on your door.” pic.twitter.com/j8h3sLYF6Z
— NBC News (@NBCNews) January 12, 2021
FBI/DOJ press conference makes it pretty clear that the Capitol dragnet is going to be massive – stretching across entire country, lasting months, with charges against hundreds or even thousands.
The 160 cases open now will expand 'geometrically' — U.S. atty Michael Sherwin.
— Greg Miller (@gregpmiller) January 12, 2021