While some of Alexander's Periscope videos have been previously reported by CNN , these additional videos provide new details of his claims about his contacts with extremist groups and lawmakers in the lead-up to the rally. At a November 14 rally , violence erupted between the groups after dark and at least 20 people were arrested. "Who worked with Congressman Mo Brooks to whip up votes in the House," Alexander said in the livestream. "I got a call from Congressman Gosar," Alexander said in a speech at a rally on December 3, 2020 . Heated rhetoricThe videos unearthed by CNN's KFile also show the heated rhetoric that Alexander used leading up to the January 6, 2021, rally.

Source: CNN January 22, 2022 19:20 UTC