"Proud Boys Sentencing Delayed as Judge Falls Ill in Jan. 6 Case"

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"Proud Boys Sentencing Delayed as Judge Falls Ill in Jan. 6 Case"
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The former leader of the Proud Boys, Enrique Tarrio, could face the longest prison sentence among Jan. 6 defendants as federal judges prepare to hand down punishments for members of the far-right group convicted of seditious conspiracy charges related to the Capitol attack. Sentencing for the five defendants, including Tarrio, has been postponed due to the judge's illness. Prosecutors are seeking lengthy prison terms, with Tarrio facing 33 years and Ethan Nordean facing 27 years. Victim impact statements were read during the hearing, highlighting the fear and pain experienced by Capitol Police officers during the riot.

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