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“The man refused our lawful orders and was then arrested for 22-1307 Crowding, Obstructing, and Incommoding,” U.S. Capitol Police added, noting that there are other spots on the Capitol grounds where demonstrating is allowed.
On Tuesday, a Washington, D.C., superior court official told CNN that Watson is being released and a possible case against him will not be filed. The Washington, D.C., attorney general, who would have decided not to charge Watson, did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
CNN reached out to the U.S. Air Force to confirm whether Watson is an active-duty service member, but did not immediately receive a response.
Air Force Secretary Troy Meink addressed the incident on social media later Thursday, saying, “I expect every Airman and Guardian to comply with all laws and policies governing personal conduct, political participation, and the wear of the uniform.”
Meink added, “Pursuant to a thorough investigation – which will proceed unimpeded – commanders will ensure appropriate disposition when holding service members accountable in accordance with military law and due process.”
During his speech, Watson criticized the Trump administration’s recent military actions in Venezuela and Iran and Trump’s immigration enforcement crackdown, arguing it violated multiple constitutional provisions, according to a video posted online by Removal Coalition.
