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Former Michigan gubernatorial candidate Ryan Kelley, who served 60 days in federal prison for his involvement in the Jan. 6 Capitol riot, expects a pardon from Donald Trump, who has referred to those involved as "unbelievable patriots." Kelley, who pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor, continues to claim the 2020 election was stolen and hints at a possible political announcement for 2026, despite his lawyer stating he was done with politics.
Former Michigan gubernatorial candidate Ryan Kelley has been sentenced to 60 days in prison for his involvement in the January 6 attack on the US Capitol. While the judge acknowledged that Kelley was not the most culpable defendant, he emphasized the need for deterrence due to Kelley's strong public following. Kelley pleaded guilty to one misdemeanor count of entering a restricted building or grounds and was found to have used his public platform to spread false claims about the attack. Kelley stated that he was misled on January 6 but took responsibility for his actions. The judge expressed hope to not see Kelley in court again.
Former GOP gubernatorial candidate Ryan Kelley has been sentenced to prison for his involvement in the January 6 Capitol riot. The judge expressed concerns about Kelley's remorse, citing his fundraising appeals calling the riot an FBI set-up. Prosecutors argued that Kelley encouraged and celebrated violence at the Capitol, seeking a three-month sentence. Kelley apologized for his actions but claimed that former President Donald Trump was not to blame.
Former Michigan Republican gubernatorial candidate Ryan Kelley pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor count of entering and remaining on restricted grounds in connection with the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol. Kelley admitted to climbing the scaffolding, gesturing to the crowd, and supporting another rioter. He ran for governor in Michigan in 2022 but lost in the primary. Sentencing is scheduled for October 17th.