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Former NFL Player Charged in Capitol Riot
Former NFL player Antwione Williams arrested and charged with multiple felonies and misdemeanors for his alleged role in the January 6th Capitol riot.
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- What charges is Williams facing?
- Williams faces felony charges for assaulting officers and obstructing law enforcement, along with several misdemeanor charges related to his actions at the Capitol.
- How was Williams identified by authorities?
- He was identified through an FBI tip, social media photos, and his NFL website photo, with credit card records confirming his presence near the Capitol.
- Who was arrested in connection with the January 6th Capitol riot?
- Antwione Williams, a former NFL player, has been charged with assaulting, resisting, and impeding officers during the January 6th Capitol riot.
- What actions did Antwione Williams allegedly take during the riot?
- Williams allegedly lunged at an officer, swatted at their hand, and pulled a barricade away from police lines, resulting in forceful contact with an officer's head.
- How many people have been charged in connection with the January 6th riot, and what is Trump's stance on it?
- Over 1,500 individuals have been charged in connection with the January 6th riot, and President Trump has voiced support for those involved and even suggested pardons.