Now defense will get its say in Montana Freemen trial

Now that prosecutors have rested their case, Montana Freemen, their sympathizers, their informants and even FBI agents are expected to appear as defense witnesses for 12 of the anti-government extremists.

The 65 witnesses listed by defense lawyers include Dale and Connie Jakes, who penetrated the Freeman operation for the FBI and wrote a book about the experience; Derek States, who introduced the Freemen to the undercover FBI agent who triggered their downfall; and FBI agents Randy Jackson and Daniel Vierthaler.The list also includes nine of the 12 defendants themselves, although most have refused even to enter the courtroom.