Judge allows members of Zizians group to work together on defense ahead of Maryland trial

Three members of the Zizians, a cultlike group linked to six deaths across the U.S., have been granted permission to work together for their upcoming trial. Jack LaSota, Michelle Zajko, and Daniel Blank face charges of trespassing, weapons, and drug offenses. Authorities describe LaSota as the group's leader. Since 2022, the Zizians have been tied to multiple deaths, including a landlord in California and a highway shootout in Vermont. The trial is set for Feb. 9, but discussions were postponed after Zajko expressed a desire to change her attorney. The trio claims their rights are being violated.