The judge acknowledged her hardships as a transgender woman in the military and said she could have been a role model, but instead she formed a local militia and encouraged others to commit crimes.
Despite his empathy for Watkins, he said her role in the events was more aggressive and purposeful than others.
LONDON DAILY ARCHIVE
Transgender Woman Sentenced to 8-and-a-Half Years in Prison for Role in Capitol Insurrection
A judge sentenced Oath Keeper Jessica Watkins to 8-and-a-half years in prison for her role in the January 6, 2021 Capitol insurrection.
27 May 2023 · 00:03 UTC
