Olympic swimming medallist Keller charged over Capitol riot | Malay Mail

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WASHINGTON, Jan 14 — US Olympic swimming gold medallist Klete Keller was charged by the Justice Department yesterday with participating in the June 6 attack on Congress by supporters of President Donald Trump. Keller was filmed as part of the crowd that illegally entered the huge Rotunda hall of...

Klete Keller of the US stands with his gold medal after the men's 200m freestyle event at the Pan Pacific 2006 swimming championships in Victoria August 17, 2006. — Reuters pic

Keller was filmed as part of the crowd that illegally entered the huge Rotunda hall of the Capitol after violent protesters broke through police lines and forced their way in. He was charged with illegally entering the Capitol, violent or disorderly conduct, and obstructing law enforcement. His 2004 relay gold in Athens was one of the most celebrated races in swimming, with a US star team that included Michael Phelps, against an Australian foursome led by the powerful champion Ian Thorpe.

 

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