Overview
- U.S. Magistrate Judge David Schultz ordered Anthony Kazmierczak to remain in federal custody after finding probable cause tied to last week’s Minneapolis town hall incident.
- Kazmierczak faces a federal count of forcibly assaulting and interfering with a congresswoman performing official duties, along with Hennepin County charges of terroristic threats and fifth-degree assault.
- Prosecutors described the conduct as dangerous and unacceptable, arguing the liquid could cause bodily injury if it reached Rep. Ilhan Omar’s eyes.
- Defense counsel cited Parkinson’s disease and sleep apnea and sought release to a halfway house, but the judge declined as a pending county complaint blocked that option.
- Authorities say video shows Kazmierczak approach and spray a syringe containing apple cider vinegar, he told police he squirted vinegar, and a criminal affidavit notes an earlier threat against Omar.