"Capitol Riot Leader Sentenced to Over 7 Years in Prison for Attacking Police"

Taylor James Johnatakis, a Washington state man, was sentenced to over 7 years in prison for his role in the Jan. 6 Capitol riot, where he led rioters in attacking the police line outside the Capitol. Convicted on seven charges, including obstruction of an official proceeding and assaulting police officers, Johnatakis represented himself during the trial and frustrated the judge with his erratic behavior. The judge emphasized that Johnatakis' actions were not protected by the First Amendment and expressed the community's moral disapproval of his conduct, stating that he was a leader in the angry mob and did not show true remorse.