“That’s good. But do you think “US Officials” care what side a suspect is on?”
At trial, his views will not matter.
However, once they are about to stick that needle in his arm, they will ask hime if he has any last thing to say.
It is only then that he can express his political views.
At trial, his views will not matter.
No, you're missing the question.
Do you think US Officials care what side a suspect is on when they decide to investigate and press chargers of a "civil rights violation"?