Summary
The Department of Justice has asked a judge to re-jail Taylor Taranto, a man previously pardoned by President Trump for charges linked to the January 6 Capitol riot. Taranto is now accused of causing alarm by being in Representative Jamie Raskin's neighborhood and has convictions for other offenses.
Key Facts
- Taylor Taranto received a pardon from President Trump for charges related to the January 6, 2021 Capitol riot.
- Taranto was later convicted of illegally having weapons near former President Obama’s home.
- He also made a hoax threat to bomb a government building in Maryland.
- A judge sentenced Taranto to time served and three years of supervised release.
- The Department of Justice wants Taranto back in jail due to his recent behavior in DC.
- Taranto was seen at 2 a.m. in Representative Raskin’s neighborhood, causing concern.
- DOJ argues his actions resemble previous charges he faced.
