Judge rules US Capitol plot suspect competent to stand trial

CINCINNATI (AP) — A federal judge ruled Tuesday that a suburban Cincinnati man is competent to stand trial on charges that he plotted to attack the U.S. Capitol in support of the Islamic State group.

The psychologist testified Cornell has anxiety and personality disorders and can be deeply depressed, and urged he be re-evaluated before trial because his competency could change.

Prosecutors filed a report by another psychologist concluding Cornell is competent, and also filed exhibits including letters from Cornell the government said show he understands the charges against him and can help his attorneys.