Former Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio, sentenced to 22 years for his role in the January 6th Capitol attack, has requested a pardon from President-elect Donald Trump. Tarrio's lawyer argues that he is a 'proud American' and that he was not present in Washington, D.C. on January 6th. Prosecutors, however, presented evidence of Tarrio's involvement in planning the attack and his encouragement of Proud Boys members during the riot.
Who is Enrique Tarrio ? The former Proud Boys leader was sentenced to 22 years for his role in the January 6, 2021 Capitol attack.
"Henry 'Enrique' Tarrio was portrayed throughout the government's case as a right-wing extremist that promoted a neo-fascist militant organization," Tarrio's lawyer, Nayib Hassan writes in a letter obtained by ABC News. "Henry is nothing more than a proud American that believes in true conservative values."
During his sentencing, prosecutors pointed to a nine-page strategic plan to "storm" government buildings in Washington on Jan. 6 that was found in Tarrio's possession after the riot, as well as violent rhetoric they say he routinely used in messages with other members of the group about what they would do if Congress moved forward in certifying President Joe Biden's election win.
"Granting this pardon would allow Henry to reintegrate into a family that is extremely supportive and would further demonstrate commitment to lawful, peaceful and constructive contributions," according to the letter. "It would also enable him to support his family fully and contribute meaningfully to the community."
Proud Boys Enrique Tarrio Pardon January 6Th Capitol Attack Donald Trump
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Former Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio asks Trump for pardonProsecutors say he rallied the far-right group to come to Washington on Jan. 6.
Read more »
Proud Boys Leader Seeks Pardon from TrumpEnrique Tarrio, former Proud Boys chairman serving 22 years for seditious conspiracy related to the January 6th Capitol attack, is requesting a presidential pardon from Donald Trump. His lawyer argues that Tarrio is a 'proud American' wrongly portrayed as a right-wing extremist. Tarrio was convicted of planning and organizing the Proud Boys assault on the Capitol, though he was not present at the attack itself. Attorney General Merrick Garland stated that Tarrio and the Proud Boys played a 'central role' in the Capitol breach.
Read more »
Proud Boys Member Convicted for Tipping Off Tarrio About Arrest WarrantShane Lamond was found guilty of tipping off former Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio about an arrest warrant before the January 6th Capitol attack.
Read more »
Proud Boys Member Lamond Convicted for Tipping Off Tarrio About Arrest WarrantShane Lamond, a Proud Boys associate, was found guilty of obstructing justice and lying to investigators for alerting former Proud Boys chairman Enrique Tarrio about an arrest warrant before the January 6th Capitol attack. Tarrio is currently serving a 22-year sentence for seditious conspiracy.
Read more »
Proud Boys Member Convicted of Tipping Off Tarrio About Arrest WarrantShane Lamond, a former member of the Proud Boys, was convicted of tipping off then-leader Enrique Tarrio about an arrest warrant in the lead-up to the January 6th Capitol attack. Lamond faces charges related to obstruction of justice and lying to investigators. Tarrio is currently serving a 22-year sentence for seditious conspiracy.
Read more »
Proud Boys Leader's Lawyer Seeks Trump Pardon on Jan. 6 AnniversaryEnrique Tarrio, the former Proud Boys leader serving a 22-year sentence for seditious conspiracy related to the January 6th Capitol riot, has had his lawyer request a pardon from Donald Trump. The letter, sent on the fourth anniversary of the attack, argues that Tarrio is a 'proud American' who was wrongly portrayed as an extremist. Tarrio was convicted of planning and organizing the Proud Boys' assault on the Capitol, despite not being present in Washington during the riot.
Read more »