Joseph Hackett, accused in Jan. 6 Oath Keepers conspiracy, released pending trial

Prosecutors allege in court docket information that Hackett led Sarasota members of the Oath Keepers, an anti-government group with chapters throughout the nation. In preparation for Jan. 6, prosecutors say, Hackett coordinated with founder Stewart Rhodes and took half in firearms coaching. The day earlier than the riot, the federal government alleges, he introduced weapons to a resort in Virginia for a “Fast Response Pressure.”