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Latest news on the Oath Keepers, covering updates about the far-right militia, court cases, investigations, member activities, and leadership changes.
The Oath Keepers, established in 2009, remains under intense scrutiny following multiple convictions of its members for their roles in the January 6 United States Capitol attack. The organization's founder, Stewart Rhodes, received an 18-year sentence for seditious conspiracy in 2023, while the group's current national director, Bobby Kinch, a former Las Vegas police detective, has led the organization since 2022.
Recent developments include Trump's January 2025 decision to commute the sentences of nine Oath Keepers members convicted in the Capitol attack to time served, though their convictions remain. The group faces ongoing legal challenges and investigations, with multiple members pleading guilty to various charges. Following these events, courts have imposed new restrictions on former members' movements, particularly regarding access to Washington, D.C. and Capitol grounds.
The organization continues to generate concern among law enforcement and security agencies. A September 2022 Anti-Defamation League report revealed that over 370 individuals believed to be current law enforcement employees and over 100 active military personnel appeared on the group's membership lists. The exposure of membership data has led to increased scrutiny of personnel within public service roles.
Founded as a far-right anti-government militia, the Oath Keepers has historically targeted recruitment among military veterans, law enforcement officers, and first responders. While the group claims to defend the Constitution, various monitoring organizations describe it as an extremist organization. The group's activities have evolved from its early focus on federal land disputes to more direct political involvement, including armed demonstrations and confrontational tactics.
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