White Supremacist Charges Reinstated by Appeals Court

A federal appeals court reinstated rioting charges against Robert Rundo and Robert Boman of the white-supremacist Rise Above Movement for violence in Berkeley and other cities in 2017, rejecting claims of selective prosecution. The court found evidence of recruiting members for violent combat and attacking Trump's opponents. The clashes involved violent acts at rallies, with Rundo seen punching counter-protesters. The court disagreed with the initial dismissal of charges, citing the Anti-Riot Act's applicability to inciting imminent violence. The case highlights the challenges in prosecuting extremist groups engaging in violent conduct at political events.