Ohio Man Arrested for Using Giant 'Trump' Sign as Weapon in Capitol Riot

Jeffrey Newcomb faces felony charges for his involvement in the January 6 attack, where he allegedly used a massive sign to assault police officers.

Jeffrey Newcomb, 41, from Polk, Ohio, was arrested for his role in the January 6 Capitol riot, where he allegedly used a large 'Trump' sign as a weapon.
The sign, described as 8 feet tall and 10 feet wide, was reportedly used by rioters as a battering ram against police lines.
Newcomb faces felony charges including assaulting police and obstructing law enforcement during a civil disorder.
The FBI traced Newcomb's movements through surveillance footage and social media posts, where he boasted about his actions.
More than 1,500 individuals have been charged in connection to the Capitol riot, with over 1,000 convictions and sentences ranging up to 22 years.