The fly that made headlines for landing on Mike Pence’s head during the 2020 vice-presidential debate has reportedly testified before a federal grand jury as part of the ongoing investigation into the January 6th Capitol riot.
According to sources close to the investigation, the fly, which has been identified as a common housefly named Buzz, was summoned to testify after authorities discovered that it had been buzzing around the Capitol building on the day of the insurrection.
“Buzz was in the wrong place at the wrong time, but he’s been cooperating fully with the investigation,” said a spokesperson for the fly’s legal team. “He saw some things that day, and he’s been eager to share what he knows with the authorities.”
Despite initial concerns about Buzz’s ability to communicate effectively with human prosecutors, the fly has reportedly been able to provide valuable information about the events of January 6th, including identifying several key figures who were involved in the riot.
“Buzz was in the room where it happened, so to speak,” said one source close to the investigation. “He saw everything, and he’s been buzzing about it ever since.”
While the news of Buzz’s testimony has certainly come as a surprise, it’s not the first time that the insect has found itself in the spotlight. Following the vice-presidential debate last year, Buzz became an overnight sensation on social media, with many viewers speculating that the fly was trying to make a political statement by landing on Pence’s head.
“Let’s just say that Buzz has always been a bit of a rebel,” said the fly’s spokesperson. “He’s not afraid to make a statement, even if it means landing on the head of the Vice President of the United States during a nationally televised debate.”
As for what’s next for Buzz, the fly’s legal team says that it’s up to the authorities to decide how best to use the information that he has provided.
“Buzz has done his civic duty, and now it’s up to the justice system to do its job,” said the spokesperson. “In the meantime, he’s just going to keep buzzing around and doing what he does best.”
