Ray Epps

Ray Epps is a name that has been flying all over the internet since the January 6th insurrection at the Capitol. Epps, a 60-year-old self-proclaimed patriot and founder of an Ohio-based militia group, has come under scrutiny after videos surfaced showing him urging Trump supporters to storm the Capitol. However, his involvement in the events of that day and the events leading up to it, remain shrouded in mystery. In this article, we will explore who Ray Epps is, his background, and the controversy surrounding him.

Ray Epps was born on October 20th, 1961, in Ohio. He grew up in a conservative family and was raised with Christian values, which he still holds dear to this day. Epps was a construction worker by trade and had been working in the industry for over 15 years before he became involved in militia activities. He had also dabbled in local politics, running for mayor of Cambridge, Ohio, in 2019, but losing to the incumbent.

Epps became involved in militia activities after he, and a group of friends, created a militia group called the Ohio Minuteman in the early 2000s. They were a group of people who believed in the Constitution and wanted to protect it from what they perceived as an encroaching government. According to Epps, their primary goal was to promote a free and sovereign America.

However, the Ohio Minuteman grew beyond being a simple militia group. They became known for their attendance at events such as the Cliven Bundy standoff in Nevada in 2014. The group received attention in the media, as many people saw the armed stand-offs as acts of aggression. Epps was featured in several news segments, advocating for the group’s mission and beliefs.

Epps’ involvement in the insurrection at the Capitol began long before January 6th. He had been actively advocating for people to show up in Washington, D.C., on January 6th, to show support for President Trump. In the days leading up to the event, Epps was seen on video urging people to come to D.C. and take part in the protests.

During the events of that day, Epps was seen on video, standing with members of the Oath Keepers and Proud Boys. In one video, he is heard saying, “we’re going inside, we’re going in there,” as they walked towards the Capitol building. However, once the group reached the steps of the building, Epps can be seen speaking to law enforcement officers, seemingly trying to discourage the protesters from entering the building.

Epps’ actions that day are mysterious, and his intentions are unclear. Some speculate that he was a government plant, working to discredit the patriot movement by inciting violence. Others believe that he was genuinely trying to lead the charge and got cold feet when things turned violent.

Many have called for Ray Epps to be brought to justice for his role in inciting the events of January 6th. However, to date, no charges have been brought against him. The FBI did question Epps shortly after the events of that day, but he has not been arrested or charged.

In conclusion, Ray Epps is a man who became known for his involvement in the militia movement and his support of President Trump. He played a significant role in the events leading up to the January 6th insurrection at the Capitol, and his actions that day are still shrouded in mystery. Whether or not he will face charges for his involvement in the events of that day remains to be seen. Nonetheless, the controversy he has stirred will undoubtedly go down in history.