Bulwark Takes Jan. 6 Rioter Who Threatened Muslims & Jews Is Running for Senate
Jan 8, 2026
Tim Miller tackles the shocking case of a January 6 rioter now running for Senate after being pardoned by Trump. He details Jacob Lang's violent actions, including an attack on police and efforts to organize militias. The podcast reveals Lang's disturbing rhetoric against Muslims and Jews, alongside his self-identification as a Nazi. Miller strongly condemns Lang's continued activism and urges listeners to oppose his extremist worldview. This discussion highlights the dangerous intersections of politics and hate.
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Violent January 6 Actor’s Continued Extremism
- Tim Miller recounts Jacob Lang attacking a Capitol police officer with a bat on January 6 and organizing militias afterward.
- He details Lang's continued extremist activity after release, framing it as an ongoing threat rather than isolated criminality.
Targeting Muslim Communities With Provocations
- Tim Miller describes Lang traveling to Dearborn and Plano to taunt Muslims and wave bacon at counter-protesters while threatening to burn a Koran.
- Miller portrays these acts as deliberate harassment aimed at intimidating Muslim communities nationwide.
Antisemitic Provocations Outside AIPAC
- Miller recounts Lang attending an AIPAC-adjacent rally and throwing gold coins at people while accusing Jewish money of buying politicians.
- He also quotes Lang embracing the