Legal experts see strong self-defense claim for Rittenhouse - Odessa American

I do not think that the entirety of the situation warrants a self-defense plea or verdict. Considering that the young man left his home in Antioch armed with his rifle and drove into Kenosha it is hard for me to think that his intent was self defense. As is usually the case with high profile trials like this, we all tend to have our minds made up BEFORE the fact. In my mind, I just don't see someone who intentionally goes looking for trouble claiming self defense.

MAJ Karl Swenson - He did not leave Antioch armed. The AR belonged to a resident/business owner in Kenosha.

You're right, sir. After some investigation, I see that he concocted a way around the law and came into possession of the weapon illegally and as a result, his friend who purchased the weapon for Rittenhouse has his own legal issues. Your use of the word "belonged" is rather loosely applied here, don't you think? I think the intent was that it was really Rittenhouse's weapon, since he paid for it.... Just sayin'.

I dont see the person that gave him the rifle getting off so well.