Enrique Tarrio Seeks Pardon from Trump

Enrique Tarrio, former leader of the Proud Boys, has requested a presidential pardon from President-elect Donald Trump for his 22-year sentence related to the January 6 Capitol attack. Tarrio, convicted of seditious conspiracy, was not physically present during the attack but was accused of orchestrating the event, which included assembling Proud Boys in Washington. His lawyer, Nayib Hassan, claims Tarrio was unfairly targeted for his political beliefs and portrayed as a right-wing extremist. Trump has expressed intentions to pardon some January 6 rioters, although he plans to review cases individually. The request highlights the ongoing political and legal ramifications of the Capitol riots, as Tarrio's conviction is the longest sentence among those charged. It remains uncertain if Trump will act on Tarrio's pardon request amid his broader considerations for January 6 defendants.