Robert Paul Rundo, former Huntington Beach resident and member of the white supremacy group known as the "Rise Above Movement" (RAM), was sentenced to 2 years in federal prison for his role in organizing and participating in violent encounters during political rallies in California. The hearing concluded with United States District Judge Josephine L. Staton delivering the sentence after Rundo's guilty plea earlier on September 13.
U.S. Attorney Martin Estrada, whose condemnation was shared by the U.S. Attorney's Office, Central District of California, emphasized the ripple effects on the community stating "Hate and violence are antithetical to American values and tear at our community.” The FBI's involvement, led by Assistant Director Akil Davis, played a pivotal role in the investigation, during which the perpetrator became an international fugitive before being held accountable for his extremist-driven crimes.
Following the sentencing, the case remains active with outstanding matters relating to Rundo's associates. Robert Boman, who has pleaded not guilty, awaits trial scheduled for February 18, 2025, while Tyler Laube, who faced a lighter sentencing after a guilty plea, paid a fine and served time equivalent to his pre-sentencing custody, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office, Central District of California
The FBI's Joint Terrorism Task Force investigated the case against Rundo and his associations, with Assistant United States Attorneys Kathrynne N. Seiden and Anna P. Boylan leading the prosecution. For further details on the verdict and its implications, outreach was made available through Ciaran McEvoy, Public Information Officer, as documented by official statements.
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