All six defendants in a crucial trial involving demonstrators arrested during President Donald Trump’s inauguration were found not guilty of all charges on Thursday. The trial of the six defendants ― Jennifer Armento, Oliver Harris, Brittne Lawson, Michelle Macchio, Christina Simmons and Alexei Wood ― began in mid-November. Despite Thursday’s verdict, Justice Department prosecutors appeared ready to take all of the remaining defendants to trial. Authorities acted after some people in D.C. smashed windows and spray-painted cars and buildings in the city that day. Jurors heard from several employees and business owners who had their windows smashed, as well as police officers who responded to the chaotic scene as it unfolded over roughly 33 minutes.

Source: Huffington Post December 21, 2017 17:15 UTC