Minnesota Man Becomes 2nd Boogaloo Bois Member To Plead Guilty To Federal Terrorism Charges

CBS Minnesota

May 5, 2021

A Minnesota man is the second member a far-right extremist group to plead guilty to federal terrorism charges in the wake an investigation that began during the days of unrest following George Floyd’s death.

Michael Solomon, 31, of New Brighton, pleaded guilty Tuesday to conspiracy to provide material support and weapons to a terrorist group, the U.S. Attorney’s Office said. Solomon faces up to 20 years in prison. His sentencing date has yet to be announced.

Authorities say that the FBI initiated an investigation into Solomon and 22-year-old Benjamin Ryan Teeter, of North Carolina, after they appeared at the George Floyd protests in Minneapolis carrying guns and discussing violence against police and other public officials.

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