Yeah .. I'm not gonna condone Jan 6th .. but this is really not that different and in many ways worse. The timing of Jan 6th was problematic for me, being tied to the election process.
This, like the BLM riots, is extending over multiple days and elected officials are encouraging it be spread across the country. Basically, this is Democratic leaders publicly endorsing open rebellion. It is likely to end up being treated as such, if it persists.
So, wait…you’re saying that January 6th was like a frat party or something? I haven’t seen any of these people attack a federal building and threaten our governing bodies. Perhaps the orange man should go break this up himself. After all, he IS the reason it started…again. The dope lives for conflict.
@Hopelandia Not as bad as J6??? In LA alone over 100 cars totaled, over 100 businesses looted. The only thing worse about J6 was the fear it struck into Democrats. The drama was much worse over J6 too. Dems actually thought a few unarmed Republicans were going to be able to take down our government.
@Hopelandia Yes, protests are legal, but once the looting, burning and destruction starts, it is no longer a legal protest.
Can you understand that? Why is that so hard for the left to comprehend ?
If someone came to your house or business, and burned your car, and broke into your house to steal everything they could carry, would you call the cops? Or would you say, no big deal, they were peaceful?
18 U.S. Code § 2383 - Rebellion or insurrection U.S. Code Notes prev | next Whoever incites, sets on foot, assists, or engages in any rebellion or insurrection against the authority of the United States or the laws thereof, or gives aid or comfort thereto, shall be fined under this title or imprisoned not more than ten years, or both; and shall be incapable of holding any office under the United States.
@DogMan That's exactly what a Democrat official, who's an African American woman just said. She was criticizing Trump and asking "Who will clean our houses, polish our silverware and mow our lawns now"? For some particular reason, that type of statement sounds familiar. It's similar to something that was said nearly 165 years ago. 😳 🤔
Insurrection law in the United States primarily refers to the legal framework governing acts of rebellion against the authority of the state, as defined under 18 U.S.C. § 2383. Legal Definition of Insurrection Insurrection is defined as any act of rising against the authority of the state or its laws. Under 18 U.S.C. § 2383, anyone who incites, assists, or engages in rebellion or insurrection against the United States can face severe penalties, including fines and imprisonment for up to ten years. Additionally, individuals convicted of insurrection are disqualified from holding any office under the United States. Cornell University The Insurrection Act The Insurrection Act, originally enacted in 1792, allows the President to deploy military forces within the United States to suppress rebellion or domestic violence. This act serves as an exception to the Posse Comitatus Act, which generally prohibits federal military involvement in civilian law enforcement. The Insurrection Act has not been significantly updated in over 150 years, leading to calls for reform due to its broad and potentially abusive applications. Brennan Center for Justice