Who are Oath Keepers facing trial for involvement in January 6 Capitol riots?

Members of a federal jury are all set to hear the opening statement in the most high-profile January 6 Capitol riots case on October 3. The issue is related to Oath Keepers founder Stewart Rhodes and four other group members, who were involved in the Capitol riots on January 6, 2021, and are facing charges of seditious conspiracy. Prosecutors say the Oath Keepers planned a violent uprising at the Capitol to prevent Congress from clarifying the 2020 presidential election results.

Alex Friedfeld, who is an investigative researcher, said the trial was "extremely important" as it was about "accountability." During the trial, the prosecution will go first and make its case in nearly one and a half hours. After the prosecution, a defense counsel for each defendant will get around three hours to make their case.





The Oath Keepers is a group of right-wing extremists. According to the Center for Strategic and International Studies, the group aims to protect its interpretation of the United States Constitution from perceived enemies by using several means, including force. The Oath Keepers was founded in 2009 by Elmer Stewart Rhodes, a former Army paratrooper.

Friedfeld said that the Oath Keepers is different from other militia movement groups as it targets former and working law enforcement, emergency services and military personnel with its recruitment and messaging. Oath Keepers has been involved in fierce confrontations with left-wing protestors and government authorities.

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1. When did the Capitol riots occur?
   The US Capitol riots took place on January 6, 2021.
2. Who are the Oath Keepers?
   The Oath Keepers is a group of right-wing extremists.