Klein Brothers —> Charged with a Federal Crime of Terrorism and a Crime of Violence.
Klein Brothers —> Charged with a Federal Crime of Terrorism and a Crime of Violence.
“calculated to influence or affect the conduct of government by intimidation or coercion,” qualifies as a federal crime of terrorism. See 18 U.S.C. § 2332b(g)(5)(A) and (B) <— hell YES see page 18
The Klein Brothers - indicted
Two Brothers, Including Self-Identified Proud Boy, Charged and Ordered Detained for Crimes Related to U.S. Capitol Breach - see DOJ-OPA April 5, 2021 Press Release which reads in part:
Jonathanpeter Klein is a self-identified member of the Proud Boys ..Matthew Klein is the brother of Jonathanpeter Klein.
Matthew Klein assisted members of the crowd with using a police barricade to climb a wall and gain access to an external stairwell leading to the Upper West Terrace of the Capitol. At 2:16 p.m. on Jan. 6, Jonathanpeter Klein entered the Capitol building on the northwest side with his brother entering shortly after through the same door at 2:18 p.m.
The Klein Brothers have a well known and well documented history of violent behavior. While the indictment and Pretrial Detention repeatedly referenced a September 7, 2020 Proud Boys v Antifa & BLM clash, I found this photo gallery immensely helpful trying to identify some of the FBI BOLO AFO (Attacks on Federal Law Enforcement Officers), again I’m not criticizing the FBI Agents or castigating the USAO-DC. I’m just pointing out that it’s odd the Sept 7th rally is referenced, but zero mention of the Sept 26, 2020 rally/melee. Particularly since that rally resulted in two of the Klein brothers being charged
See September Twitter Video/Thread by Zane has been a wealth of information. As many of the very same proud boys were also in Washington DC on January 5th and 6th
During the September 26, 2020 Oregon Proud Boys and BLM & Antifa clash -Officers pulled over a pickup truck leaving Delta Park. For having an obscured license plate. Officers found and then took possession of firearms, paintball guns, bats and shields. Criminal citations were issued to:
Phillip Klein1, 18, of Sherwood for possession of a loaded firearm in public
Matthew Klein, 24, of Sherwood for unlawful possession of a firearm and possession of a loaded firearm in public.2
Klein brothers indicted and held pending trial
The indictment charges the Klein Brothers with VIOLATIONS of;
18 U.S.C. § 371 -Conspiracy, 18 U.S.C. §§ 1512(c)(2), 2 -Obstruction of an Official Proceeding and Aiding and Abetting, 18 U.S.C. §§ 231(a)(3), 2 -Obstruction of Law Enforcement During Civil Disorder and Aiding and Abetting, 18 U.S.C. §§ 1361, 2 Destruction of Government Property and Aiding and Abetting, 18 U.S.C. § 1752(a)(1) -Entering and Remaining in a Restricted Building or Grounds, 18 U.S.C. § 1752(a)(2) Disorderly Conduct in a Restricted Building or Grounds
The indictment further charges both Jonathanpeter and Matthew Klein that on December 29, 2020… “obtained airline tickets to travel from Portland, Oregon, to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on January 4, 2021. The tickets were paid for in cash” The Klein brothers then traveled (presumably by automobile) from Philadelphia to Washington, DC on January 5, 2021 (see page 3 of the Indictment)3
If you’re going to ask me - I some what expect the Klein brothers will likely be on the business end of a superseding indictment and the Government will likely proffer additional evidence linking the Klein Brothers to Nordean4 5, Biggs, Rehl and Donohoe. (See more generalized search of recent articles) That deduction is largely based on circumstantial evidence- ask yourself why would the Klein Brothers travel to Philadelphia first…incidentally the Court has yet to rule on the Government’s Motion to revoke release.
Another determining factor in my assessment that the Klein brothers will eventually be coupled with Nordean et al. I now refer you to page 7 of the indictment, specifically paragraphs 29-31. While most will overlook what I highlighted… in my line of work those tiny detail actually matter. Prosecutors must show/prove a nexus. In the context of the Kleins first flying to Philadelphia and then driving to DC it kind of makes sense. Moreover the indictment states the Kleins “were either the second or third wave of rioters”
And yes while the indictment is important —I’d argue that Document No 7 is the second most important filing to read. It’s the Government’s Motion for Pretrial Detention, Government Motion ECF or from my public drive. There was a lot of previously unknown evidence proffered by the Government6 - For Example:
The defendant’s actions created a dangerous scenario that directly interfered with law enforcement’s efforts to secure the building. That the defendant did so as part of a second or third wave of attacks--with knowledge of the mayhem that had already unfolded at the Capitol--shows his reckless disregard for others and the danger posed by the defendant.
In the Government’s Motion for Detention they include photographs of both Defendants who also attended the January 5th rally7 Which is important because the nexus of the Proud Boys converging in DC was Jan 4th and 5th…
There it is. Act of Terrorism…the Government’s Motion for Detention is a clear sign that the DOJ has drawn a deep line in the sand and if I’m reading “into” this correctly the repeated mentions of “paid in cash” my guess is investigators are following the money and facts - no matter where it leads them. Incidentally this should not come as a surprise, given previous court filings, found here and further discussed in these articles
“…seeks detention pursuant to 18 U.S.C. § 3142(f)(1)(A)… destruction of government property.. violation of 18 U.S.C. § 1361, is a crime of violence… destruction of government property is “calculated to influence or affect the conduct of government by intimidation or coercion,” it also qualifies as a federal crime of terrorism. See 18 U.S.C. § 2332b(g)(5)(A) and (B)”
The additional evidence which proves the Klein Brothers, re-entered the Capitol. Also disclosing the Klein Brothers used WhatsApp and that one of their Google Accounts actually uploaded various Videos, Pictures and some Messages sent. Furthermore based on “Geo-Fencing” warrants of both their google accounts and search warrant returns of their cellphones - it places them inside & in the Capitol complex grounds for over 2 hours and 35 minutes.
April 10, 2021 - Defendant Matthew Klein filed Motion to Institute Conditions of Release via ECF 8–reminder Oregon v Matthew Klein Case Information - 20CR57043 | State of Oregon,City of Portland vs Matthew Leland Klein - last visited April 11, 2021 - full docket report -case postponed to June 2021 because his motion fails to mention the aforementioned criminal case. At the present time both Klein brothers are in custody
MINUTE ORDER as to MATTHEW LELAND KLEIN (2): Upon consideration of Mr. Klein's Motion for Conditional Release Pending Trial, Dkt. 13 , it is hereby ORDERED that the government shall file its response to the motion on or before April 14, 2021 at 12:00pm. Signed by Judge Randolph D. Moss on 4/11/202 -see ECF for Docket Report as to Defendant Matthew Klein or you can pull it down from my public drive. And with that I believe you are caught up on the 33rd and 34th Proud Boys Members that have been charged and/or indicted.
Lastly to the 4+ insurrection defendants,
Do you really think commenting on my YouTube Channel and/or substack articles some how helps your defense strategy? I can assure you that “no it does not”… Do you not understand that I’m impervious to your ad hominem attacks. I’ve been called far worse by far better people. Your comments with “legalese” and threats of “you’ll be hearing from me” —those tactics do not work on me. Common sense dictates that there’s a strong likelihood that I will; -immediately archive your comments, especially if they contain threats or threatening language —respond in a polite and factual manner, and you need to be smart, listen to your attorneys, stay off social media because your giving the Government additional evidence and it’s not going to help you.
-Filey
Case Information 20CR57039 | State of Oregon,City of Portland vs Philip Edward Klein, last visited April 11, 2021 - full docket report - postponed until June 2021
Case Information - 20CR57043 | State of Oregon,City of Portland vs Matthew Leland Klein - last visited April 11, 2021 - full docket report -case postponed to June 2021
Department of Justice USAO-DC Capitol Breach Cases - last visited April 11, 2021 - search criteria last name Klein: https://www.justice.gov/usao-dc/capitol-breach-cases?combine=Klein
On April 6, 2021 Politico Published “defendant alleges beating by [DC] Guards”
Defendant Nordean on Apr 8, 2021 filed: NOTICE of Evidence Relevant to the Government's Detention Motion, Produced to Nordean on April 7, 2021 by ETHAN NORDEAN re 45 Reply to opposition to Motion https://ecf.dcd.uscourts.gov/doc1/04508444118 or via my public drive
Motion for PreTrial Detention filed by USA - via my public drive or you can pay for it via https://ecf.dcd.uscourts.gov/doc1/04508415653
Pages 3 & 4 of the Government’s Motion regarding detention - cited this Getty Images gallery - last visited April 11, 2021 https://www.gettyimages.com/detail/news-photo/members-of-the-proud-boys-stand-for-their-picture-near-the-news-photo/1294713301
MOTION FOR INSTITUTION OF CONDITIONS OF PRETRIAL RELEASE, filed 4/11/21 by Defendant Matthew Klein - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1V4NjYrMpFQELfAChB9MqiyqIqVTtDSoE/view?usp=drivesdk or you can pay for the filing via ECF link https://ecf.dcd.uscourts.gov/doc1/04508449155
I think it helps their defense strategy and they should keep talking....a LOT ;)
Silence is the refuge of the wise. Keep your own counsel, as it were.