Prosecutors In Oath Keepers Trial Aim To Prove Jan. 6 Premeditation

Prosecutors In Oath Keepers Trial Aim To Prove Jan. 6 Premeditation

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The video discusses the trial of Oath Keepers founder Stuart Rhodes and others for seditious conspiracy related to January 6th. It explains the legal challenges of proving such charges, requiring evidence of a concrete plan. The defense argues their actions were misinterpreted, claiming they were present to provide security. The video also covers the history of the Oath Keepers, their recruitment practices, and testimonies against them. It compares this case to previous seditious conspiracy cases, highlighting the difficulty in securing convictions.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is required for prosecutors to successfully prove a charge of seditious conspiracy?

Evidence of a concrete plan to overthrow the government

Support from international allies

A public confession from the accused

A large number of participants in the conspiracy

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to the defense, what was the primary reason for the Oath Keepers' presence on January 6th?

To support law enforcement

To protest against election results

To provide security for right-wing political figures

To overthrow the government

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who founded the Oath Keepers, and what year was it established?

Roger Stone in 2008

Stuart Rhodes in 2009

Joe Biden in 2007

Jason Van Tattenhoe in 2010

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a significant action taken by the Oath Keepers on January 6th?

They provided medical aid to injured protesters

They held a press conference to denounce violence

They formed a stacked military formation inside the Capitol

They peacefully protested outside the Capitol

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the last seditious conspiracy case before the Oath Keepers' trial?

The trial is still ongoing

The defendants were acquitted

The case was dismissed

The defendants were convicted