Federal Judge Blocks Jan. 6 Rioter From Attending Trump Inauguration Despite Former Rep. Chris Stewart’s Invitation
SALT LAKE CITY — A federal judge has recently ruled against a motion by Russell Taylor, a convict of the January 6, 2021 Capitol riot, who sought permission to attend the upcoming inauguration of Donald Trump. The request was notably supported by former Utah Representative Chris Stewart, who praised Taylor’s character and contributions to society in his appeal to the court. Taylor, who is currently serving a probation period following his guilty plea of obstructing an official proceeding, is restricted from traveling without court approval. Despite endorsements of his character and his past as a … Read more