David DePape Sentenced to Life in Prison

David DePape has been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole for his 2022 attack on Paul Pelosi, the husband of former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. This sentence follows a state trial where DePape was found guilty of aggravated kidnapping, first-degree burglary, and false imprisonment of an elder. Previously, he received a 30-year federal sentence for attempted kidnapping of a federal official and assaulting a family member of a federal official. During the sentencing, DePape delivered a bizarre statement filled with conspiracy theories, prompting the judge to reject requests for a new trial. The Pelosi family expressed relief at the sentencing, emphasizing the trauma from the attack and the need for justice against political violence. San Francisco's district attorney highlighted the importance of holding individuals accountable for using violence to intimidate elected officials.