DOJ Seeks Longest Sentence Yet for Capitol Riot (Newser Breaking News)

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August 18, 2023 Sponsored by Wise Bread   Happening Now DOJ Seeks Longest Sentence Yet for Capitol Riot The Justice Department is seeking 33 years in prison for Enrique Tarrio, the former Proud Boys leader convicted of seditious conspiracy in one of the most serious cases to emerge from the attack on the US Capitol, according to court documents. The sentence, if imposed, would be by far the longest punishment that has been handed down in the massive prosecution of the riot on Jan. 6, 2021, per the AP. Keep reading   From our sponsor Spend $500 and Earn $200 Earn a $200 bonus with these high earning rewards cards — that's like 40% cash rewards on your first $500 in spend. Plus, enjoy unlimited rewards. Start racking up huge cash rewards. Learn More   Today's 6 Most-Read Stories   Manage your subscriptions  |  Unsubscribe from Newser emails  |  Privacy Policy We'd love to hear from you. Send us a note at feedback@newser.com. Newser, LLC  |  1395 Brickell Avenue  |  Suite 800  |  Miami, Florida  |  33131 © 2023 Newser, LLC. All rights reserved