Self-described "patriot" Jon Ritzheimer
Somebody is likely to be detained in this story—
and it's not U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow:
Capitol Police are investigating a man identifying himself as an “Oathkeeper” and an “American Patriot who has everything to lose” who has threatened to arrest Sen. Debbie Stabenow for treason because of her support for the Iran nuclear deal.
Jon Ritzheimer, the Arizona resident who reportedly attracted FBI attention when he organized an anti-Muslim protest rally and “draw Muhammad” cartoon contest at a Phoenix mosque, shared his plan to organize with fellow U.S. Marines in an open letter posted online Monday.
“We are planning on arresting Senator Debbie Stabenow, who voted yes to the Iran Nuke Deal. She will be arrested for treason under Article 3 Section 3 of the Constitution,” states the letter. “We have chosen her as our first target due to our strong ties with the Michigan State Militia and their lax gun laws that will allow us to operate in a manner necessary for an operation like this.”
He said he intends to arrest all lawmakers backing the deal, including President Obama. But, no need to worry, he wants to work hand-in-hand with law enforcement:
Ritzheimer stated he has notified law enforcement about his intentions, and plans to cooperate with them “and try to keep this as smooth as possible so we don’t have another ‘Shot Heard Round The World’ situation.” He is also seeking donations for his mission.
Of course he's seeking donations. And there are probably plenty of crazy "patriots" willing to donate to his cause. A sad, sad world we live in.
After the story broke and Jon started receiving criticism from others, Jon personally explained his motives and tried to rally support in a video he posted in a rambling YouTube yesterday. He explains he doesn't want blood to be shed, doesn't want war or violence, he just wants to arrest every U.S. senator and the president of the United States. Oooooh-kay.