'Sedition Panda' Arrested in Connection With Jan. 6 Attack

The FBI arrested a man who wore a panda costume while allegedly storming the U.S. Capitol during the Jan. 6, 2021, attack.

According to court records, Jesse James Rumson was arrested on Monday in Florida on multiple charges, including assaulting, resisting, or impeding officers; obstruction of law enforcement during civil disorder; entering and remaining in a restricted building or grounds; and engaging in physical violence in a restricted building or grounds.

A video shows the man dubbed "Sedition Panda" entering the U.S. Capitol through a fire escape after protesters broke through.

The FBI’s statement identified Rumson as the individual wearing the panda costume as he was seen on camera taking it on and off while entering the Capitol.

The affidavit reports he was allegedly inside the building for no more than 15 minutes, where he reportedly encouraged protesters to enter through another door and assaulted officers.

According to the Justice Department, nearly 1,000 people were arrested for involvement in the Jan. 6 attack at the Capitol.

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