(WASHINGTON) The family of Guy Reffitt, who has been charged in connection with the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol insurrection, says it is not the same family as a y
ABC News(WASHINGTON) The family of Guy Reffitt, who has been charged in connection with the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol insurrection, says it is not the same family as a year ago. Extremism has torn the Reffits apart, they say, stirring up feelings of fear, loss and anger among family members. Authorities say Reffitt attended former President Donald Trump's rally and protest at the Capitol on that fateful day, and is now awaiting trial among the more than 700 who have been indicted in connection with the insurrection. He has pleaded not guilty. Reffitt's attorney, William L. Welch, III, did not immediately respond to ABC News' request for comment. Watch the full story airing on ABC News Live Prime with Linsey Davis at 7 and 9 p.m. EST. On Jan. 6, ABC News Live will provide all-day coverage of events marking one year since the attack on the U.S. Capitol and the continuing fallout for American democracy. Reffitt is accused of obstructing an official proceeding, aiding and abet
A study by the London-based Institute of Strategic Dialogue, says far-right groups have mobilized emotions around COVID-19 restrictions and vaccinations.