Republican Activist Indicted Over January 6 Capitol Riot

Barbara Balmaseda, linked to Rubio and DeSantis, faces multiple charges including obstruction and disorderly conduct.

Balmaseda, 23, was indicted on five charges related to the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot.
She has ties to prominent Republicans Marco Rubio and Ron DeSantis.
The indictment follows her arrest in December 2023 after an FBI investigation.
Her lawyer argues that a pending Supreme Court ruling could impact her case.
Balmaseda allegedly communicated with Proud Boys members before and after the riot.