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August 18, 2023

Prosecutors Seek 33-Year Prison Sentence for Ex-Leaders of Far-Right Proud Boys
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Prosecutors are seeking sentences of 33 years in prison for the two
former leaders of the Proud Boys, Enrique Tarrio and Joe Biggs. They
were found guilty in May of seditious conspiracy over the January 6
Capitol assault. It would be the longest prison terms for anyone
involved in the insurrection.


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