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Virginia Man Claims Trump Pardon Should Shield Him from Pipe Bomb Charges

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Brian Cole Jr., accused of planting pipe bombs in Washington, D.C., the night before the January 6 Capitol riot, is seeking to have his case dismissed. His defense argues that former President Trump's broad pardon for January 6 rioters should apply to him, as his actions are closely linked to the events of that day. Cole is facing federal charges for transporting and attempting to use explosives, and his lawyers assert that the devices were never capable of detonating. The FBI's investigation connected him to the crime scene through phone data and security footage. Cole maintains his innocence, citing his peaceful lifestyle and autism diagnosis.

Key Details: • Cole's legal team filed the motion to dismiss on Monday. • He was arrested in December and pleaded not guilty in January. • The pipe bombs were placed near the Republican and Democratic national committees on January 5, 2021.

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