Mom of ex-Proud Boys leader calls son a justice system ‘pawn’

Enrique "Henry" Tarrio, former Proud Boys leader, was sentenced to 22 years in prison for his role in the Jan. 6 Capitol attack.
His mother held a press conference calling her son a "pawn" in a "witch hunt" against him.
She maintains Tarrio is innocent, saying he didn't play a serious role in the attack despite evidence of his involvement.
Tarrio's attorney says they plan to appeal the lengthy sentence on grounds related to venue.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis criticized long sentences for Jan. 6 defendants, suggesting he could pardon some if elected president.

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Posted 9/7/2023, 11:08:28 PM

Mom of ex-Proud Boys leader calls son a justice system ‘pawn’

Enrique "Henry" Tarrio, former Proud Boys leader, was sentenced to 22 years in prison for his role in the Jan. 6 Capitol attack.
His mother held a press conference calling her son a "pawn" in a "witch hunt" against him.
She maintains Tarrio is innocent, saying he didn't play a serious role in the attack despite evidence of his involvement.
Tarrio's attorney says they plan to appeal the lengthy sentence on grounds related to venue.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis criticized long sentences for Jan. 6 defendants, suggesting he could pardon some if elected president.

miamiherald.com

Relevant topic timeline:

9/5/2023

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9/6/2023

Proud Boys’ Enrique Tarrio gets record 22 years in prison for Jan. 6 seditious conspiracy

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Bombshell moment Proud Boys leader finally admits Trump lost 2020 election

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Video: Maggie Haberman says Proud Boys leader's sentence won't silence Trump statements

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Proud Boys Leader Tarrio Claims Prosecutors Pushed Him to Implicate Trump, Gets 22 Years for Jan. 6 Role