Joseph Biggs Seeks Pardon from Trump

Joseph Biggs, a member of the Proud Boys and convicted of seditious conspiracy for his involvement in the January 6 Capitol riot, is seeking a pardon from President-elect Donald Trump. Biggs was sentenced to 17 years in prison by U.S. District Judge Timothy Kelly, a Trump appointee, after a jury conviction in May 2023. His attorney, Norm Pattis, is drafting a letter to Trump arguing that Biggs’ release would benefit the public and that his lengthy sentence conveys a chilling message against free speech. Pattis criticized the prosecution's approach, suggesting it could unfairly criminalize patriotic expression at protests. Biggs has expressed confidence in receiving a pardon, indicating he believes Trump will support him once in office. He previously stated in a jailhouse interview that he trusts Trump will pardon him and others involved in the events of January 6.