Pardoned Jan 6 Rioter Charged With Virginia Burglary After Release

Zachary Jordan Alam, a Virginia man pardoned by President Donald Trump for his violent role in the January 6 Capitol attack, has been arrested again for breaking into a home in Henrico County. Alam, who was sentenced to eight years in prison for assaulting police officers and smashing the Speaker's Lobby glass moments before rioter Ashli Babbitt was shot, was apprehended after allegedly entering a residence through a rear door and stealing several items. Known as one of the most combative and aggressive January 6 rioters, Alam demanded a full pardon and reparations while incarcerated, insisting he was doing the right thing on January 6. His recent arrest adds to a series of criminal incidents involving pardoned January 6 defendants, raising concerns about post-pardon behavior. Alam is currently held at Henrico County Regional Jail awaiting court proceedings on charges of breaking and entering and vandalism. The case highlights ongoing legal and public safety challenges stemming from the Capitol riot pardons.