Jay Johnston of 'Bob's Burgers' pleads guilty over Capitol riot

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Actor Jay Johnston has entered a guilty plea for participating in the Jan. 6 Capitol riot. He pleaded guilty to one felony charge of civil disorder and faces up to five years in prison. Johnston was identified in footage pushing against police and aiding other rioters near the Capitol's entrance.

Keywords: Jay Johnston, Capitol riot, Civil disorder, Guilty plea, Actor

Source: USA TODAY

Update At: 7/9/2024

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