Roger Stone and Alex Jones Subpoenaed by House Select Committee
The House select committee investigating the January 6 attack on the Capitol has issued subpoenas to former Trump ally Roger Stone and conspiracy theorist Alex Jones. The committee is demanding records and testimony from Jones and Stone, along with three other witnesses believed to have knowledge of the planning and financing of the rallies and assault on the Capitol.
Committee’s Statement on Subpoenas
In a statement, the committee’s chairman, Congressman Bennie Thompson, emphasized the need to uncover information about the rallies and subsequent march to the Capitol that escalated into violence. The committee is seeking details on the organizers, planners, funders, and communicators involved in the events leading up to the attack.
Roger Stone and Alex Jones’ Response
Roger Stone, in a statement on his website, stated that he had not yet been served and denied having prior knowledge of the events at the Capitol. Alex Jones’ lawyer, Norm Pattis, indicated that they will be in contact with the committee to determine their next steps.
Additional Subpoenas and Connections
The committee has also issued subpoenas to Jennifer Lawrence, Dustin Stockton, and Taylor Budowich in connection to the January 6 rally in Washington, D.C. Stone and Jones were allegedly involved in organizing the rally preceding the attack, according to the committee.
Background and Context
The committee’s actions follow the indictment of former Trump political strategist Steve Bannon for defying a previous summons. The House select committee aims to thoroughly investigate the events of January 6th, when a violent mob stormed the Capitol during the counting of electoral votes, resulting in the deaths of five individuals.
It is crucial for all witnesses, including Roger Stone and Alex Jones, to cooperate fully with the committee’s efforts to uncover the truth behind the attack on the Capitol and ensure accountability for those involved.
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