LOS ANGELES (AP) — The man accused of smashing President Donald Trump’s star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame called it a “rightful and just act.”
Austin Clay pleaded not guilty to a felony vandalism charge Wednesday in Los Angeles.
Prosecutors say Clay took a pickax to Trump’s star on Hollywood Boulevard on July 25. It recognizes Trump for his work on the TV reality show “The Apprentice.” It has been repaired.
Clay spoke to reporters outside the courthouse Wednesday. He says he wanted to “bring about positive political change” and doesn’t believe prosecutors should have brought charges against him.
Clays says he thinks the “repercussions of it were only positive.”
If convicted, he could face up to three years behind bars.
I think my doggies and I need to pay this star a visit.
That guy’s a hero.
It may have been right and just, but still a violation of law (although I certainly applauded and smiled).
One thing’s for certain … if Austin Clay had a security clearance, it would immediately be revoked.
Question - because I’m in a rush and don’t want to look it up - has Trump tweeted about this incident?
I’d sentence him to community service, registering voters.
If convicted, he could face up to three years behind bars.
If he doesn’t have a Go-Fund-Me site, he should.