Oregon’s US attorney says Capitol insurrectionists from state will be prosecuted

Electoral College Insurrection

A flag that reads "Treason" is visible on the ground in the early morning hours of Thursday, Jan. 7, 2021, after protesters stormed the Capitol in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik)AP

Oregon U.S. Attorney Billy Williams on Thursday said Oregonians who traveled to Washington, D.C., and participated in this week’s armed insurrection at the U.S. Capitol would be prosecuted to the “fullest extent of the law” in Oregon.

In a statement, Williams called Wednesday’s events “an abomination to our democracy and utterly indefensible.”

The U.S. Attorney’s Office wouldn’t comment on potential charges, but spokesman Kevin Sonoff said, “Nothing is off the table.”

Other state attorneys general have made similar statements.

Three Oregonians were arrested after a mob stormed the nation’s Capitol. Kristina and Yevgemya -- or Yevgeniya -- Malimon, both of Portland, were arrested for unlawful entry and curfew violation. Rodney Taylor of Bandon was also arrested for curfew violation.

Officials are asking anyone with tips about Oregonians who traveled to Washington, D.C., and committed violence to submit them through the FBI’s online form or by calling 800-CALL-FBI (800-225-5324). Tips with a clear connection to Oregon can also be directed to the FBI Portland Field Office at 503-224-4181.

Maxine Bernstein contributed to this report.

-- Lizzy Acker

503-221-8052, lacker@oregonian.com, @lizzzyacker

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