- Former Marine arrested in Capitol riot appeared on 'Ellen' for rescuing dogs during hurricane. Ryan Nichols went viral for rescuing dogs during Hurricane Florence two years ago. Now, he's been arrested over his alleged involvement in the Capitol riot. https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/former-marine-arrested-capitol-riot-appeared-ellen-rescuing-dogs-during-n1255345 12 comments politics