Michael Fanone, a former police officer who was severely injured during the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol, has been vocal in his criticism of Donald Trump. Fanone recently spoke out outside a courthouse during Trump’s trial, denouncing him as an authoritarian with a “violence fetish.”
Following Fanone’s public statements, his mother was the target of a dangerous swatting incident at her home, where SWAT team officers arrived in response to a fake manifesto claiming that Fanone had killed his mother and planned a shooting at a local school. Fanone expressed outrage at the dangerous nature of swatting calls and the threats faced by his family.
Despite facing threats and harassment, Fanone continues to speak out about the Capitol attack and the role of Trump and his supporters in inciting violence. He has been vocal about the lies spread by Trump and his allies regarding the 2020 election and the events of Jan. 6.
As a survivor of the Capitol attack, Fanone has identified and named individuals who assaulted him, all of whom were Trump supporters. He emphasizes the dangerous consequences of political lies and misinformation that lead to violence against law enforcement.
Fanone’s advocacy for accountability and justice in the aftermath of the Capitol attack reflects his dedication to upholding the rule of law and standing against those who seek to undermine democratic institutions. His courage in the face of threats serves as a reminder of the importance of speaking out against injustice and violence.
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