Feds Propose Home Confinement For Homocon Rioter

The Omaha World-Herald reports:

U.S. Attorney Matthew Graves and his team have recommended that Brandon Straka be sentenced to four months of home detention, three years of probation, 60 hours of community service and $600 in restitution.

Graves noted Straka’s large social media following and his efforts to overturn the election. The sentencing recommendation says home detention rather than jail time is merited because Straka did not personally attack others or destroy property.

Once at the Capitol, Straka livestreamed his participation as he encouraged others to storm the building. He also egged on those around him who were trying to wrest a shield from a law enforcement officer. After leaving the grounds, he encouraged his Twitter followers to “HOLD. THE. LINE.” The message was liked and retweeted by thousands, the court said.

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According to Politico, Straka’s sentencing was abruptly delayed last month after he provided “potentially significant information” to prosecutors.

Straka is among those being sued by Capitol Police officers for his role in the riot. Since his arrest, he has begged his followers for donations dozens of times.

Empty Wheel has just published a lengthy analysis of the above-reported deal proposed for Straka. It’s worth your time.