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Ex-Proud Boys Leader Testifies in Officer's Leak Trial Amid Capitol Riot Tensions
politics1 year ago

Ex-Proud Boys Leader Testifies in Officer's Leak Trial Amid Capitol Riot Tensions

Enrique Tarrio, the former leader of the Proud Boys, returned to a Washington federal court to testify in the trial of a police officer accused of providing him with confidential information before the January 6 Capitol riot. Tarrio, who was sentenced to 22 years for seditious conspiracy, expressed frustration over his imprisonment and hinted at the shifting political landscape with Donald Trump's potential return to power. Tarrio's testimony was marked by defiance and a refusal to discuss the events of January 6, while prosecutors questioned his credibility due to his history of spreading false information.

via POLITICO|
#donald-trump#enrique-tarrio#january-6
Ex-Proud Boys Leader Testifies in Trial of Officer Accused of Leaking Intel
crime1 year ago

Ex-Proud Boys Leader Testifies in Trial of Officer Accused of Leaking Intel

Enrique Tarrio, former Proud Boys leader, refused to answer questions about the Jan. 6 Capitol attack during the trial of Shane Lamond, a former D.C. police officer accused of providing Tarrio with information about an arrest warrant. Tarrio, serving a 22-year sentence for seditious conspiracy, testified that he lied to his group about his communications with Lamond, who allegedly acted as a 'double agent' for the Proud Boys. Tarrio claimed his arrest was a planned publicity stunt and denied Lamond's involvement in tipping him off, despite evidence of extensive communication between them.

via NBC News|
#crime#enrique-tarrio#jan-6-capitol-attack
"Proud Boys Leader Claims Prosecutors Coerced Him to Implicate Trump"
politics2 years ago

"Proud Boys Leader Claims Prosecutors Coerced Him to Implicate Trump"

Proud Boys leader Henry "Enrique" Tarrio claims that prosecutors attempted to coerce him into implicating former President Donald Trump in the January 6 Capitol riot. Tarrio, who was sentenced to 22 years for his role in the attack, said prosecutors showed him messages connecting him to individuals linked to Trump but refused to provide a plea offer. The trial did not establish a direct connection between the Proud Boys and Trump, beyond his endorsement of the group. Tarrio maintains that he should not have been charged as the leader of the insurrection and denies any intent to attack the Capitol.

via The Washington Post|
#capitol-riot#donald-trump#enrique-tarrio
Prosecutors Probe Proud Boys Leader's Link to Trump Amidst Sentencing and Challenges
politics2 years ago

Prosecutors Probe Proud Boys Leader's Link to Trump Amidst Sentencing and Challenges

Prosecutors questioned Enrique Tarrio, former leader of the Proud Boys, before his trial on sedition charges related to the Capitol attack, believing he had communicated with President Donald Trump through intermediaries. Tarrio denied the allegations, and the meeting with prosecutors did not yield any evidence. The government's interest in connections between Trump and the Proud Boys highlights their efforts to investigate ties between the former president and the extremists involved in the riot. It remains unclear what evidence the government had to support their theory. Tarrio was sentenced to 22 years in prison for his role in organizing the Capitol attack.

via The New York Times|
#capitol-attack#donald-trump#enrique-tarrio
Enrique Tarrio's Mother Breaks Silence on Son's 22-Year Prison Sentence
politics2 years ago

Enrique Tarrio's Mother Breaks Silence on Son's 22-Year Prison Sentence

The mother of former Proud Boys leader Enrique "Henry" Tarrio defended her son's innocence and criticized his 22-year prison sentence for his involvement in the Jan. 6 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol. She claimed that Tarrio didn't play a significant role in the attack and called the case against him a "witch hunt." Tarrio's defense lawyer announced plans to appeal the sentence, citing issues with the trial's venue. Tarrio's mother also urged supporters to donate to his online legal defense fund. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis expressed criticism of the harsh treatment of Jan. 6 defendants, including Proud Boys members, and suggested he might pardon them if elected president.

via Yahoo! Voices|
#capitol-riot#enrique-tarrio#jan-6-insurrection
Trump's Calculated Move: Floating Pardons for Jan. 6 Defendants
politics2 years ago

Trump's Calculated Move: Floating Pardons for Jan. 6 Defendants

Former President Trump sees a "political advantage" in floating pardons for individuals convicted of crimes related to the Jan. 6 Capitol attack, according to New York Times reporter Maggie Haberman. Despite the recent sentencing of former Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio to 22 years in prison for his involvement in the riot, Haberman believes Trump will continue to fundraise and express support for defendants. Trump sees this stance as a way to rally his supporters, despite potential legal implications.

via The Hill|
#donald-trump#enrique-tarrio#jan-6-capitol-riot
Proud Boys Leader's Sentencing Delayed Multiple Times in January 6 Case
crime2 years ago

Proud Boys Leader's Sentencing Delayed Multiple Times in January 6 Case

The sentencing hearing for former Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio and another defendant involved in the January 6 Capitol riot was abruptly canceled due to the judge assigned to the case being out sick. Prosecutors were seeking 33 years in prison for Tarrio, who was convicted of seditious conspiracy and other charges. The reason for the cancellation was initially described as an emergency, but it was later clarified that the judge was ill. The sentencing for the co-defendant has been rescheduled, while two other defendants are still scheduled for sentencing on Thursday.

via Business Insider|
#capitol-riot#crime#enrique-tarrio
Proud Boys Sentencing Delayed Again in January 6 Case
crime2 years ago

Proud Boys Sentencing Delayed Again in January 6 Case

Sentencing hearings for former Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio and member Ethan Nordean were abruptly cancelled minutes before their scheduled appearances, citing an unspecified emergency. The hearings have been rescheduled for September. Tarrio and three other Proud Boys members were found guilty of seditious conspiracy for their roles in the January 6 attack on the US Capitol. Prosecutors are seeking lengthy prison sentences for Tarrio and Nordean. The cancellations come amidst a wave of high-profile activity at the E Barrett Prettyman Courthouse related to the January 6 attack, including the sentencing of Oath Keepers leader Stewart Rhodes. The Justice Department's efforts have resulted in over 1,000 arrests and 700 convictions in connection with the attack.

via The Independent|
#crime#enrique-tarrio#ethan-nordean
Proud Boys Leader Sentenced Today in Jan. 6 Attack Case
crime2 years ago

Proud Boys Leader Sentenced Today in Jan. 6 Attack Case

Enrique Tarrio, former leader of the Proud Boys, is set to be sentenced today for his role in the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol. Prosecutors are seeking a 33-year prison sentence for Tarrio, who was convicted of seditious conspiracy. The government has applied a "terrorism enhancement" to the sentencing, which could result in longer prison terms. Tarrio's codefendants, Ethan Nordean, Joseph Biggs, Zachary Rehl, and Dominic Pezzola, will also be sentenced this week. The prosecutors argue that Tarrio and his fellow Proud Boys were "foot soldiers of the right" who aimed to keep former President Donald Trump in power.

via NPR|
#crime#enrique-tarrio#jan-6-capitol-attack
"Marjorie Taylor Greene's Defense of Proud Boys Leader Sparks Controversy Amidst FBI Manhunt and Sentencing"
politics2 years ago

"Marjorie Taylor Greene's Defense of Proud Boys Leader Sparks Controversy Amidst FBI Manhunt and Sentencing"

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene appeared to defend the leader of the Proud Boys, Enrique Tarrio, after the Justice Department sought a 33-year sentence for his involvement in planning the January 6th insurrection. Greene criticized the DOJ for not seeking similar sentences for Antifa/BLM rioters and accused Hunter Biden and Joe Biden of taking criminal bribes. Tarrio and three others were convicted of plotting to halt the count of electoral votes and overturn the 2020 election results. Prosecutors described the Proud Boys as "Donald Trump's army" and stated that they aimed to keep their leader in power but ultimately failed. Greene has previously criticized the Justice Department for perceived bias, and Attorney General Merrick Garland recently announced a special counsel to investigate Hunter Biden.

via The Hill|
#capitol-riot#enrique-tarrio#justice-department
"Justice Department Pushes for 33-Year Sentence for Ex-Proud Boys Leader in Jan. 6 Attack"
crime2 years ago

"Justice Department Pushes for 33-Year Sentence for Ex-Proud Boys Leader in Jan. 6 Attack"

The Justice Department is seeking a 33-year prison sentence for Enrique Tarrio, the former leader of the Proud Boys, who was convicted of seditious conspiracy in connection with the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol. Tarrio and three other Proud Boys members were found guilty of conspiring to block the transfer of presidential power in an attempt to keep Donald Trump in the White House. Prosecutors argue that the Proud Boys aimed to exert their political will through force and undo the results of the democratic election. The proposed sentences for Tarrio's co-defendants range from 20 to 33 years. Defense attorneys argue that the sentences are excessive and that the chaos on January 6 was fueled by Trump's false election claims. The defendants will be sentenced later this month.

via The Associated Press|
#crime#enrique-tarrio#jan-6-capitol-attack
DC Metro Police Officer Allegedly Warned Proud Boys Leader of Impending Arrest
crime2 years ago

DC Metro Police Officer Allegedly Warned Proud Boys Leader of Impending Arrest

A Washington, DC, metro police officer, Lt. Shane Lamond, has been indicted on charges of obstruction and false statements for allegedly tipping off Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio about his impending arrest and sharing sensitive law enforcement information with him. Lamond was in regular contact with Tarrio, starting at least in July 2019. Lamond was placed on administrative leave by the MPD in February 2022, and the department will complete an internal investigation into the incident once the criminal proceedings surrounding Lamond have concluded. Tarrio was convicted of seditious conspiracy earlier this month.

via CNN|
#crime#dc-metro-police#enrique-tarrio