Ohio man accused of vandalizing JD Vance’s home pleads guilty
The Ohio man was detained by Secret Service agents after allegedly using a hammer to attack JD Vance’s residence and a federal vehicle.
TL;DR
- William D. DeFoor pleaded guilty in federal court for vandalizing JD Vance's Cincinnati home.
- DeFoor caused significant damage using a hammer, targeting Vance's unoccupied residence and a federal law enforcement vehicle.
- He admitted to physical violence against government property and willful injury/depredation of U.S. government property.
- The damage included smashing windows and components of an enhanced security system valued at over $28,000.
- DeFoor ignored commands from Secret Service agents during the incident.
- His defense attorney stated the assaults were not politically motivated and that DeFoor has a history of mental health issues.
- DeFoor has had prior legal troubles involving mental incompetency findings and vandalism charges.
- U.S. Attorney Dominick S. Gerace II emphasized vigorous prosecution for such acts of violence and vandalism against government officials and property.