The trial to determine Rep. Eastman’s legislative eligibility will revolve around two key questions: Is Eastman a member of a militia known as the Oath Keepers and does the group advocate the overthrow of the U.S. government by force? (via AlaskaBeacon)
issued Tuesday, he approved a request from Eastman attorney Joe Miller to move the trial in order to make it more convenient for witnesses. McKenna remains the judge in charge. Eastman’s request for a jury trial, saying the issue of Eastman’s eligibility does not cover a financial matter. The order means McKenna, rather than a jury, will decide the case.
Eastman, a Republican from Wasilla, is on course for re-election based on the uncertified and incomplete results of the Nov. 8 general election but is facing a lawsuit that challenges his eligibility to serve as a state legislator. That clause prohibits a public official from belonging to or supporting an organization that advocates the violent overthrow of the state or federal government.
Members of the group, including several of its leaders, have been accused of various crimes associated with the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection at the U.S. Capitol. Several, including the group’s founder, are After Kowalke’s lawsuit, Eastman requested a jury trial, citing the Alaska Constitution.
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