Coverage dated April 18, 2022

Oath Keepers involved in Jan. 6 attack sought to protect U.S. Rep. Ronny Jackson of Texas, texts show

Headline from WFAA Dallas

A spokesperson for Jackson said the congressman did not know the people texting about him.

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WFAA Dallas
Oath Keepers involved in Jan. 6 attack sought to protect U.S. Rep. Ronny Jackson of Texas, texts show (opens WFAA Dallas)
Published Apr 18, 2022
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A spokesperson for Jackson said the congressman did not know the people texting about him.
Local News 8
Oath Keepers discussed protecting Rep. Ronny Jackson on January 6, texts reveal (opens Local News 8)
Published Apr 18, 2022
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By Holmes Lybrand, Katelyn Polantz and Hannah Rabinowitz, CNN Members of the Oath Keepers discussed protecting Rep. Ronny Jackson, a Texas Republican, during the Capitol riot because he had “critical data to protect,” according to court documents filed Monday. “Dr.
KEYT Santa Barbara
Oath Keepers discussed protecting Rep. Ronny Jackson on January 6, texts reveal | News Channel 3-12 (opens KEYT Santa Barbara)
Published Apr 18, 2022
KEYT Santa Barbara's feed description
By Holmes Lybrand, Katelyn Polantz and Hannah Rabinowitz, CNN Members of the Oath Keepers discussed protecting Rep. Ronny Jackson, a Texas Republican,
CBS News
Far-right Oath Keepers exchanged messages about GOP Rep. Ronny Jackson during Jan. 6 riot (opens CBS News)
Published Apr 18, 2022
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One message said Jackson had to be protected during the rioting because he had "critical data."

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