Summary: Christopher Moynihan, a 34-year-old man from Clinton, New York, who had been pardoned by President Donald Trump for his involvement in the January 6 Capitol riot, was arrested for allegedly threatening to kill House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries. Moynihan reportedly sent text messages expressing intent to assassinate Jeffries during an upcoming event in New York City. He has been charged with making a terroristic threat, a felony offense. Jeffries condemned the pardon of January 6 rioters, noting that many have reoffended since their release.
Details: Christopher Moynihan, previously convicted for his participation in the January 6 Capitol insurrection and later pardoned by President Donald Trump, was arrested for allegedly threatening to kill House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries. On October 17, 2025, Moynihan reportedly sent text messages to an undisclosed recipient, stating his intention to “eliminate” Jeffries, who was scheduled to speak at an event in New York City. One message read, “Hakeem Jeffries makes a speech in a few days in NYC I cannot allow this terrorist to live,” while another stated, “Even if I am hated he must be eliminated, I will kill him for the future.”
Following the threats, Moynihan was charged with making a terroristic threat, a felony under New York state law. He was arraigned in Dutchess County Court and remanded to the Dutchess County Justice and Transition Center in lieu of bail. A temporary extreme-risk protection order was also issued, restricting his access to firearms and ammunition.
House Minority Leader Jeffries expressed gratitude to law enforcement for their swift response and criticized the blanket pardons granted to January 6 rioters, highlighting the risks posed by releasing individuals who have demonstrated violent tendencies. This incident underscores ongoing concerns about political violence and the potential consequences of pardoning individuals involved in insurrectionist activities.
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