Jan. 6 rioter hired by Pentagon is handling 'extremely sensitive' security issues: NYT
A convicted January 6 rioter hired by the Trump administration will be working in a "sensitive" Pentagon office, the New York Times reported.
Elias Irizarry, who was just 19 years old when he entered the Capitol through a broken window, carrying a metal pole, will work for the Pentagon's Special Operations and Low Intensity Conflict office, per the NYT.
The office is responsible for defending against terrorist acts and asymmetric warfare and supporting U.S. commandos, according to the NYT....
Jun 04, 2026