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

Proud Boys leader Tarrio says prosecutors pushed him to implicate Trump in Capitol riot planning before trial. He refused and was convicted.
Tarrio claims prosecutors showed him messages linking him to Trump, but he didn't know the people involved.
Tarrio arrested before Jan. 6, says he didn't intend for Proud Boys to storm Capitol. Blames co-defendants for leading group that day.
Judge sentenced Tarrio to 22 years, calling him "ultimate leader" of conspiracy. Tarrio maintains innocence.
Tarrio refused plea deal of 9-11 years. Says he didn't take stand at trial over fears of being questioned on other matters.

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7/26/2023

Jan. 6 rioter who was identified by letterman jacket he wore gets prison time

Main Topic: Sentencing of a Jan. 6 Capitol rioter wearing a high school football letterman jacket. Key Points: 1. Brian Gundersen, the rioter, was sentenced to a year and a half in federal prison. 2. Gundersen was found guilty of obstruction of an official proceeding and assaulting officers. 3. Prosecutors recommended 46 months in prison, citing the need to send a message and address underlying issues.

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Prosecutors seek 27 to 33 years in prison for Proud Boys guilty of seditious conspiracy

Main Topic: Federal prosecutors seeking lengthy sentences for Proud Boys involved in the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol. Key Points: 1. Prosecutors are seeking sentences of 27 to 33 years in federal prison for four Proud Boys convicted of seditious conspiracy. 2. A fifth Proud Boy, acquitted of seditious conspiracy, faces a potential 20-year sentence for assaulting officers. 3. Prosecutors argue that the sentences will serve as a deterrent and show that the actions of the defendants were criminal, not heroic.

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Far-right violence a growing threat and law enforcement's top domestic terrorism concern

The 22-year sentence given to Enrique Tarrio, leader of the Proud Boys, for his involvement in the January 6 insurrection highlights the ongoing threat of white supremacist and far-right violence in the US, which has seen a significant increase in recent years.

9/6/2023

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

Former Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio has been sentenced to 22 years in prison for orchestrating a failed plot to keep Donald Trump in power after the 2020 election, marking the harshest punishment yet for the U.S. Capitol attack.

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Bombshell moment Proud Boys leader finally admits Trump lost 2020 election

Former leader of the Proud Boys, Enrique Tarrio, admitted for the first time that Donald Trump lost the 2020 presidential election and apologized for his actions before being sentenced to 22 years in prison for orchestrating a failed plot to keep Trump in power.

9/6/2023

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

Former Proud Boys Chairman Enrique Tarrio's 22-year sentence raises the issue of potential liability for Donald Trump regarding the events of January 6, according to CNN political analyst Maggie Haberman.

9/6/2023

Ramaswamy blasts 22-year prison sentence for Jan. 6 ringleader Enrique Tarrio as ‘wrong’

Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy criticizes the 22-year prison sentence given to Jan. 6 ringleader Enrique Tarrio, calling it "wrong" and "disgusting political persecution in Joe Biden's America."

9/7/2023

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

Former Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio's mother maintains his innocence and criticizes the 22-year prison sentence he received for his involvement in the January 6th Capitol riot, calling it excessive and a "witch hunt."

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Posted 9/12/2023, 1:10:08 PM

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

Proud Boys leader Tarrio says prosecutors pushed him to implicate Trump in Capitol riot planning before trial. He refused and was convicted.
Tarrio claims prosecutors showed him messages linking him to Trump, but he didn't know the people involved.
Tarrio arrested before Jan. 6, says he didn't intend for Proud Boys to storm Capitol. Blames co-defendants for leading group that day.
Judge sentenced Tarrio to 22 years, calling him "ultimate leader" of conspiracy. Tarrio maintains innocence.
Tarrio refused plea deal of 9-11 years. Says he didn't take stand at trial over fears of being questioned on other matters.

washingtonpost.com

Relevant topic timeline:

7/26/2023

Jan. 6 rioter who was identified by letterman jacket he wore gets prison time

8/18/2023

Prosecutors seek 27 to 33 years in prison for Proud Boys guilty of seditious conspiracy

9/5/2023

Far-right violence a growing threat and law enforcement's top domestic terrorism concern

9/6/2023

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

9/6/2023

Bombshell moment Proud Boys leader finally admits Trump lost 2020 election

9/6/2023

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

9/6/2023

Ramaswamy blasts 22-year prison sentence for Jan. 6 ringleader Enrique Tarrio as ‘wrong’

9/7/2023

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