I'll cover 2:30 detention hearing for Richard Barnett, the man photographed in Pelosi's office. I explain his case here--he turned himself in January 8 and has been in jail ever since. Barnett is in solitary in DC jail and reportedly was attacked by
About to get started. Judge Cooper is an Obama appointee and heโs married to a former top aide to Eric Holder.
Judge asks for update on discovery. DOJ says should have to defense next week. Barnett was arrested a few days after protest and has been in jail ever since so obviously so rush to put the case together.
Judge Cooper doesn't sound too happy with DOJ. Says he's been in jail almost four months and if this continues his final sentence could equal time served. Cooper wants government to move this along. Asking about plea--DOJ says government hasn't offered a plea deal.