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Right-wing activist Jake Lang released on bond after alleged Karmelo Anthony threat, banned from Texas pending trial
By J.D. Miles at CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW
· June 23, 2026
· 2 min read
The right-wing activist accused of threatening to kill Karmelo Anthony has posted bond and is ordered to leave the Lone Star state. Jake Lang went on a tirade against the judge as he was walking out of the Collin County Jail. No one that CBS News Texas spoke to in the judicial system can recall a...
Key takeaway But Jake Lang said that he plans to adhere to those instructions and denied that his reported threat to kill Karmelo Anthony was serious.
Why this matters in Southlake News
The case against Jake Lang has significant implications for the community, particularly in terms of public safety and the limits of free speech. As Lang is ordered to leave Texas pending his trial, residents may wonder how this will impact the dynamics of local protests and demonstrations. Southlake , being part of the larger Dallas-Fort Worth area, has likely seen its share of passionate debates and gatherings, and this case may set a precedent for how authorities handle potentially threatening rhetoric. The fact that Lang's bond conditions include a ban from the state, except for court dates, raises questions about the balance between protecting public figures and respecting individuals' rights to express themselves. As the trial unfolds, it will be important to watch how the judicial system navigates these complex issues and how the community responds to the outcome.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? The right-wing activist accused of threatening to kill Karmelo Anthony has posted bond and is ordered to leave the Lone Star state. Jake Lang went on a tirade against the judge as he was walking out of the Collin County Jail. No one that CBS News Texas spoke to in the judicial system can recall a...
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