Ryan Bundy asks judge in Las Vegas to free him pending trial on standoff charges
Ryan Bundy, a son of Nevada rancher Cliven Bundy, argued before a judge Friday that he should be released from federal custody as he awaits charges stemming from the 2014 armed standoff near Bunkerville.
Bundy, arguing on his own behalf, told U.S. Magistrate Judge George Foley Jr. in Las Vegas that he can’t adequately prepare for his case while detained and asserted that his right to a speedy trial have been violated.
“I am not afraid of the truth,” said Bundy, 44. “I just want the truth brought out.”
First Assistant U.S. Attorney Steven Myhre argued against releasing Bundy, saying his arguments have no merit and the charges against him are serious.
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