Doug Hughes (activist)

Douglas Hughes is an American former postal worker and political activist, known for landing a one-man ultralight gyrocopter on the lawn of the United States Capitol on April 15, 2015. Hughes was carrying 535 letters, one to each member of Congress, protesting what he referred to as bipartisan corruption and dysfunctional government. He surrendered peacefully after landing to the Capitol Police.

For the stage director, see Douglas Hughes.

Doug Hughes
Born (1953-09-07) September 7, 1953
Occupations
  • Mail carrier
  • Political activist
Known forGyrocopter landing on US Capitol lawn
SpouseAlena Hughes

Hughes was later charged with six crimes. Hughes pleaded guilty in November 2015 to one felony and was sentenced to 120 days plus one year of probation.

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