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Judge orders Capitol riot suspect arrested near Obama residence to remain jailed until trial

  • Taylor Taranto was arrested near former President Obama's home with guns and ammunition in his van.
  • Prosecutors presented evidence of Taranto's erratic behavior and threats against officials to argue he poses a danger.
  • Taranto currently faces misdemeanor charges for his alleged role in the January 6 Capitol attack.
  • His attorney unsuccessfully argued for Taranto's release, citing his mental health struggles and veteran status.
  • The judge sympathized with Taranto but ruled the risk to public safety outweighed other factors.
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