Part of HuffPost Politics. He hosted members at his Virginia home in Clarke County for a Nov. 14 pro-Trump protest in Washington that turned violent, prosecutors alleged. 6 Shocking Details In Criminal Charges Against Pro-Trump Insurrectionists Individuals in the crowd forced entry into the U.S. Capitol, including by breaking windows.. My husband is a disabled (Army) veteran. Rukstales said he was. HEMENWAY said that he knows being inside the U.S. Capitol under those circumstances was wrong.. Rukstales, CEO of Schaumburg-based tech company Cogensia, was one of the people arrested by police after a group of domestic terrorists stormed the U.S. Capitol in an attack. Many are charged with unlawful entry or violent entry. Rukstales is the CEO of Cogensia, according to the firm's website. The records show Fitzgerald pleaded not guilty Thursday and was ordered to stay out of Washington until his next court date, set for June. The six individuals, Cindy Fitchett, Michael Curzio, Douglas Sweet, Terry Brown, Bradley Rukstales, and Thomas Gallgher, were removed from the crowd, placed in handcuffs, and arrested. In this photo, damage is seen inside the US Capitol building early. Sidorski was charged with four counts related to violent entry into the restricted grounds of the Capitol, CNN reported. He was among those arrested in Washington, D.C. for his role in storming the U.S. Capitol on January 6. OK, you have to stay in here, the officer said. Bradley Rukstales, an Illinois man arrested in Wednesday's Capitol riots, told local reporters that joining the protesters was the "single worst personal decision" of his life. Illinois CEO Fired from Suburban Company Following Arrest in US Capitol A person who claimed to have worked with Sidorski at ADESA Washington, D.C., a vehicle auction company in the Dulles area, from sometime in 2016 until April 2020 also informed the FBI they received the same video showing a man inside the Capitol with the American Supremacist sweatshirt. As Capitol Police retreated down a flight of stairs that winter day, federal prosecutors said chairs tumbled down behind them. Media coverage of the events identified Packer, a Newport News man with a full gray beard who was seen in footage wearing a sweatshirt with the words CAMP AUSCHWITZ outside and inside the Capitol on Jan. 6. A partial transcript of the interview Rukstales gave to De Mar the day he got back from Washington, D.C. is listed in the federal sentencing memo. Bradley Rukstales was fired as CEO of the marketing firm Cogensia after he was charged in the riots with one count of illegally entering the Capitol and a count of violent entry or disorderly conduct on Capitol grounds. Rukstales pleaded guilty in August to a misdemeanor offense of parading, demonstrating, or picketing in a Capitol building as part of a plea agreement. Others were photographed ransacking the building. Only a day after 53-year-old Bradley Rukstales entered the Capitol building, the now-former Cogensia CEO posted a lengthy statement on his Twitter account. . He called it "the single worst decision of my life" and said he regrets taking part. Libby Andrews, 56, told the newspaper she did not enter the Capitol, but was photographed close to the door while wearing a Trump knit hat, according to the report. The head of a marketing firm outside Chicago who was arrested during the Capitol siege says storming the building was the single worst decision of his life. WASHINGTON (CBS) -- Former Inverness tech CEO Bradley Rukstales has been sentenced to 30 days in jail for his role in the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6. This is for all of you out there that stuck around and never gave up on the boys in Maize and Blue. He is the chief executive of a Chicago-area company that provides data-marketing solutions. I condemn the violence and destruction that took place in Washington., Rukstales company put a statement on its Facebook page saying, We have been informed that our CEO, Brad Rukstales, participated in the recent Washington, D.C., protests. The lawless destruction of the U.S. Capitol building was an attack against one of our Nations greatest institutions, Acting U.S. Attorney Michael Sherwin said in a statement. Former Inverness tech CEO Bradley Rukstales has been sentenced to 30 days in jail for his role in the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6. . A state budget with firm fiscal foundation that shows tremendous progress? Or a cynical election-year ploy to buy votes? Douglas Sweet, Terry Brown, Bradley . Trump Crazed Insurrectionist Pleads Guilty After Throwing Chair Toward Officers By Caleb Newton - August 31, 2021 53-year-old Bradley Rukstales has now become one of the latest Trump insurrectionists to plead guilty after participating in the Capitol riot. When the officer told colleagues Alberts had a gun, he allegedly tried to flee but was caught by officers. Rukstales'. I have come to realize the weight of my actions, and immensely regret following others into the Capitol. "This decision was made because Rukstales' actions were inconsistent with the core values of Cogensia," Schlitz said in a statement. Bauer told FBI agents on Jan. 8 that he and his wife traveled from Kentucky to Winchester to stay with Hemenway from Jan. 1 to Jan. 5 ahead of the rally. NBC Chicago could not independently reach Rukstales to verify the remarks. I was very careful when I was with the chair to make sure that nobody was within striking distance, Rukstales told U.S. District Judge Carl J. Nichols, a Trump appointee. I hope they come for me my videos will show the peace and the lies on the news. . David Fitzgerald, of Roselle, also faces charges of unlawful entry and a curfew violation, according to Metropolitan police. Bradley Rukstales, the 52-year-old CEO and president of Cogensia, confirmed his arrest by Capitol Police for unlawful entry in Washington on Wednesday to WBEZ. Capitol riots: Police arrest man carrying Pelosi's lectern In a statement after his arrest, Rukstales described himself as a peaceful and law-abiding citizen who condemned the violence and destruction that took place in Washington. But federal prosecutors pointed to surveillance footage that showed Rukstales, less than 30 seconds after rioters tossed chairs at officers down a staircase, tossing a chair in the direction of a line of officers. According to an an FBI affidavit, Steele-Smith posted photos and videos outside the Capitol, with one claiming to be inside the office of House Speaker Pelosi. I had no idea people were breaking in and that destruction was happening, she said. Were taking it very seriously.. Democrat Giannoulias in the drivers seat in race for campaign cash in hotly contested secretary of state contest, Sean Casten fundraising haul: $2 million banked beats rival Marie Newmans $552,510 balance, With COVID-19 cases rising, Pritzker still searching for public health chief to succeed Ezike, a hero during this pandemic, Ald. A Chicago real estate agent, who was at the scene that day, was also fired from @properties after posting on social media about her attendance. FACT CHECK: Were No Arrests Made Inside The Capitol On January 6? Its the same charge former Attorney General William Barrs Justice Department told prosecutors to consider levying against those who caused violence at protests last summer over the killings of Black Americans by police. According to a news release Friday from the Department of Justice, Bradley Rukstales, 52, of Inverness, was charged Thursday with knowingly entering or remaining in any restricted building or grounds without lawful authority; or knowingly, with intent to impede government business or official functions, engaging in disorderly conduct on Capitol grounds; and violent entry and disorderly conduct on Capitol grounds.. So, he has yet to come forth to tell about his possible married life with his wife and having children. He later pleaded guilty to count 4. 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The officer described Rukstales as part of a group of six people he encountered on the upper level of the U.S. Capitol Visitors Center near the door to the House Atrium who refused orders to leave. Prosecutors are accusing Caldwell, 66, of planning anti-government activities with members of the extremist militant group, dating back to the aftermath of the November election. November 4, 2021 / 9:57 PM I greatly appreciate the support of my family, friends, colleagues, and community. Rukstales denounced the violence of Jan. 6th in his statement. Robertson also stated that he was proud of the photo in an Instagram Post that was shared to Facebook, because he was willing to put skin in the game, according to the FBI documents. Tech CEO Brad Rukstales, Who Stormed Capitol, Calls It Worst Decision Bradley Rukstales speaking to local media. Dec 31, 2022 For 25 years die-hard Michigan Wolverines fans have endured a roller coaster of agony and close calls. They released the statement below. In a statement tweeted by WGN, Rukstales said he followed the crowd inside the Capitol to see what was happening, calling it the single worst personal decision of my life.. Meanwhile, a Chicago real estate agent who describes herself as a big Trump supporter lost her job for a social media post she made after going to the Capitol. Sentencing held on 11/12/2021, he was sentenced to 30 days of incarceration. MELLIS appears to be making at contact or attempting to strike the officers necks between their helmets and body-armor where they are not protected, according to an FBI affidavit. Their continued encouragement, and the grace they have shown me, are proof that one brief and thoughtless moment does not need to define a persons entire life. U.S. District Judge Carl J. Nichols also ordered Bradley Rukstales of Inverness to pay $500 in restitution. The 52-year-old was the CEO of Schaumburg-based Cogensia, which acknowledged his arrest in a statement on social media and announced later Friday that he was fired. By entering your email and clicking Sign Up, you're agreeing to let us send you customized marketing messages about us and our advertising partners. According to court documents, Packer was arrested by FBI on Jan. 13 in Norfolk on a warrant out of the District of Columbia. I offer my sincere apologies for my indiscretion, and I deeply regret that my actions have brought embarrassment to my family, colleagues, friends and fellow countrymen. It is also fair to say that I was personally frustrated and concerned with our countrys political discourse after the 2020 election, Rukstales said. Circled in yellow, Joseph Pavlik, 65, a retired Chicago Fire Department firefighter, was charged with storming the U.S. Capitol with a right-wing militia group on Jan. 6, 2021, while wearing gas masks and carrying chemical irritants. The FBI is still looking for 350 people who committed violent acts that day, including 250 who attacked law enforcement officers. Fitzgerald's wife told the Chicago Tribune that he was still in custody as of Thursday afternoon, when he was scheduled to be arraigned. (U.S. DIstrict Court records). That was not his only public statement on the matter. Poles needs to make sure Eberflus maintains significant input. His wife, Jeanette Fitzgerald, didn't know the basis of the unlawful entry charge but said her husband did not participate in the storming of the Capitol earlier in the day. CEO who threw chair inside Capitol on Jan. 6 gets jail time She added that the CEO threw a chair in the direction of the officers, but nobody was ever in danger of being hit. 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He gave $5,000 to Trumps campaign in October and is a regular contributor to Republican candidates and committees, according to the Federal Election Commission. I think very highly of Tom and Sharon.". That is why I came to Washington, D.C. on that day, and brought my family.. As police yelled for people to leave, one of the officers brushed up against Rukstales from behind his arm stretched out toward officers. First federal charges filed following riot at U.S. Capitol - Chicago It took at least three officers to get Rukstales under arrest after he refused to comply with orders to leave the building, prosecutors said. Metropolitan Police said they charged David Fitzgerald, 48, with unlawful entry on federal grounds and breaking curfew near the Capitol late Wednesday, WBEZ reported. Authorities confirmed Packers identification by comparing photos of him on Jan. 6 to his drivers license picture and through a cooperating witness who said they recognized him as a regular at a store near Newport News. The man, 28, was shot in the left shoulder about 12:45 p.m. Saturday while in the 1000 block of West 59th Street. WASHINGTON A former suburban tech CEO was sentenced to 30 days in jail Friday for his role in storming the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6. When do they dye the Chicago River Green? @properties said in a statement that agent Libby Andrews was in Washington, D.C., during the riots at the U.S. Capitol and has since been terminated "effective immediately. Eric Munchel. I think its horrible that somebody broke their way in, she said. The former chief executive of a tech company in suburban Chicago who lost his job after he threw a chair inside the U.S. Capitol during the Jan. 6 riot was sentenced Friday to 30 days imprisonment. In a statement Thursday night, Rukstales apologized for his actions. She said her social media post about storming the Capitol was made in jest as she was having a glass of champagne back at her hotel, unaware of the chaos going on inside the historic building.