Enrique Tarrio, former leader of the Proud Boys, along with four co-defendants, is suing the federal government for alleged violations of their rights in the wake of their convictions for the January 6 Capitol attack. Their lawsuit, filed in Florida, claims that FBI agents acted with personal malice. Tarrio was sentenced to 22 years in prison, despite not being present during the assault, and seeks $100 million in punitive damages. The case raises questions about governmental conduct regarding the prosecution of those involved in the Capitol violence.
The lawsuit alleges that FBI agents and prosecutors acted with personal malice, violating the rights of Tarrio and others when charging them for their roles in the Capitol attack.
Tarrio is seeking $100 million in punitive damages, claiming that the government's actions were not only unjust but also malicious targeting individuals convicted of their involvement in the attack.
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