The wife of the founder of Oath Keepers was "thrilled" to learn of his conviction for his role in the Capitol riot.
A jury in Washington, DC, on Tuesday found Rhodes and Kelly Meggs guilty of seditious conspiracy to prevent the inauguration of President Joe Biden, a plot that led to the Capitol riot.
It's the most significant verdict to have come out of the many criminal investigations and trials related to the riot.
Adams told Insider that he is happy. He has never faced a consequence in his life. It will be the first time this will happen. This was past due for him because he has spent his life making other people pay.
Adams told Insider that Rhodes abused some of their children.
Three years later, the two met again in Las Vegas and wed. Adams said that Rhodes snapped at her and the children.
Adams said that he would grab their children's arms or hit them while no one was watching.
Adams was relieved to know that Rhodes was in jail. Adams now feels that her husband is facing consequences.
She said she was happy that he was facing justice.
The conviction of Rhodes and Meggs marks the first time that prosecutors have been able to convince a jury of an organized plot.
To carry out a criminal act, you need an agreement. It has to be against the law. "You have to be aware of what you're doing." The individuals who have been indicted have to prove that they were aware of what was going on. You have to advance the goal of the conspiracy by overt acts.
Rhodes and Meggs were found guilty of obstruction of an official proceeding. Three other members of the militia group were found not guilty of conspiracy after they were convicted of obstruction.
The sentencing date was not decided. The members of the Proud Boys could face 20 years in prison if found guilty of seditious conspiracy.
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