Trump supporter organizer Ali Alexander confirmed on Friday that he is cooperating with justice department investigation of January 6 uprising Politico reports.
Why is it important: Alexander, who has been associated with permit applications for “Stop theft” rally preceding the Capitol attack claimed to have been in communication with White House and members of Congress events planned to coincide with certification of 2020 election, according to the January 6 special committee that subpoenaed him in October.
- Leading up until January 6, Alexander”made multiple mention during sponsored Stop-the-Steal events to possible use of violence to achieve the organization’s goals,” the selection committee said. in October issue.
What he says: Alexander said in friday announcement, for Politico, that the federal grand the jury recently subpoenaed him for information on several groups of people associated with pro-Trump rallies in D.C. after the 2020 election, including “Women for America First” and “March to Save America”.
- He denied talking with White House on Security or Coordination Teams plans with Proud boys. “I don’t believe that I have information it will be useful to them, but I cooperate as best as I can,” he said.
- “I did not do anything wrong But not me in possession of proof that anyone was still plans to commit unlawful acts,” he said. added.
- “I condemn anyone who planned to undermine my permission event and other permitted events of that day on The Capitol provides grounds for any counterproductive action.”
big painting: Alexander’s collaboration can provide insight into White House officials and legislators. who may have been involved in attempt to block certification of President Biden win.
- The subpoena delivered to him is “a sign that the investigation may affect the Trump administration and its allies.” in Congress,” the New York Times notes.
- Alexander voluntarily sat down for testimony with House Committee in December and handed over documents related to his investigation.
Editor’s Note: This story was updated with Alexander’s statement.
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