Biden’s regime escalates authoritarianism, arrests Blaze reporter
Democrats’ targeting of political opponents entered its next phase Friday, when the FBI arrested Blaze Media investigative reporter Steve Baker over covering the Jan. 6, 2021, demonstrations at the U.S. Capitol.
“This is the most humiliated I’ve ever been in my life,” Baker told independent reporter Breanna Morello following his release. My arrest “is for things I said. … That’s what they’re after; they’re [trying] to suppress our speech.”
Just caught up with journalist Steve Baker just moments after being released from federal custody.@TPC4USA details what he’s had to endure at the hands of the corrupt DOJ.
Watch my FULL report tonight at 7pm ET on Rumble and @BreannaMShow. pic.twitter.com/mPIjzG7JPr
— Breanna Morello (@BreannaMorello) March 1, 2024
As The Federalist reported, federal authorities informed Baker and his legal team on Tuesday of a signed warrant for his arrest and instructed him to self-surrender for “alleged J6 crimes” in Dallas, Texas, on Friday morning. Baker has been at the forefront of reporting on the more questionable aspects of the Jan. 6 demonstrations.
While told he was being charged with “non-violent misdemeanors,” federal authorities declined to disclose to Baker or his lawyers what specific crimes underlie the arrest. According to Blaze News, the feds refused to reveal the charges ahead of Friday’s arrest because “they believe[d] Baker [would] post them on social media.” The Sixth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution guarantees individuals accused of a crime a right to “be informed of the nature and cause of the accusation.”
After being transported to the courthouse on Friday morning in shackles, Baker was charged on four counts related to reporting on the Jan. 6 demonstrations: Knowingly entering or remaining in any restricted building or grounds without lawful authority; Disorderly and disruptive conduct in a restricted building or grounds; Disorderly conduct in a capitol building; and Parading, demonstrating, or picketing in a capitol building.
While egregious, Baker’s arrest is sadly unsurprising. The Marxists running Biden’s Democrat administration have gone to extreme lengths to weaponize the powers of government to target and prosecute their political opponents.
Former President Donald Trump is facing 91 indictments from Democrat prosecutors across four different venues, two of which involve charges from the Biden DOJ. These efforts coincide with Democrat attempts to kick Trump — Biden’s primary political opponent — off the ballot ahead of the 2024 election.
The Biden regime has also targeted faithful Christians. Not only have federal authorities infiltrated Catholic churches to surveil Christians attending Latin Mass, they’ve also imprisoned pro-life Christians who peacefully protested outside of an abortion clinic.
Don’t forget the federal government’s censorship-industrial complex. This heavily funded system is strategically designed to censor and silence dissenting voices online — even if the information these users share is true.
What are the implications of federal authorities withholding specific charges from Baker and his legal team?
Title: FBI Arrest of Investigative Reporter Marks Troubling Phase in Democrat’s Targeting of Political Opponents
Introduction:
On Friday, the FBI arrested Blaze Media investigative reporter Steve Baker, marking a concerning escalation in the Democrats’ targeting of their political opponents. Baker’s arrest came in connection with his coverage of the January 6, 2021, demonstrations at the U.S. Capitol, which has been at the forefront of reporting on questionable aspects of the events. This arrest has raised concerns about the suppression of free speech and the erosion of constitutional rights.
Baker’s Experience and Suppression of Speech:
Upon his release, Baker expressed profound humiliation, stating that his arrest was based on the things he said. He emphasized that the aim of his arrest, and the broader targeting, was to suppress their speech. Such actions are worrisome as they undermine the principles of freedom of expression and the role of investigative journalism in holding those in power accountable.
Federal Authorities’ Lack of Transparency:
The Federalist reported that federal authorities informed Baker and his legal team about a signed warrant for his arrest, instructing him to self-surrender for “alleged J6 crimes” in Dallas, Texas. However, the specific charges were not provided to Baker or his lawyers, infringing upon his rights under the Sixth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. The government’s refusal to disclose the charges is particularly troubling as it hampers Baker’s ability to mount a proper defense.
Rights Undermined by the Arrest:
Transported to the courthouse on Friday morning in shackles, Baker was charged with four counts related to his reporting on the January 6 demonstrations. These charges include knowingly entering or remaining in any restricted building or grounds without lawful authority, disorderly and disruptive conduct in a restricted building or grounds, disorderly conduct in a capitol building, and parading, demonstrating, or picketing in a capitol building. The vagueness of these charges further erodes Baker’s constitutional rights, specifically his right to be informed of the nature and cause of the accusation.
Conclusion:
The arrest of investigative reporter Steve Baker in connection with his coverage of the January 6 demonstrations raises serious concerns about the Democrats’ targeting of their political opponents and the suppression of free speech. By withholding specific charges and denying Baker the opportunity to defend himself adequately, federal authorities are infringing upon fundamental constitutional rights. It is crucial to protect and uphold these rights to ensure that freedom of speech and a free press remain cornerstones of our democratic society.
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