Capitol rioter pardoned by Trump given life sentence for molesting two children
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A Capitol rioter pardoned by Trump was sentenced to life for child molestation, highlighting issues with clemency.
Andrew Paul Johnson, a Capitol rioter previously pardoned by Donald Trump, has been sentenced to life in prison for molesting two children. The 45-year-old Florida handyman was among several January 6 defendants who have faced new criminal charges since receiving clemency. Trump issued a sweeping act of clemency for Capitol rioters on his first day back in the White House last year. This case highlights instances of pardoned individuals subsequently committing serious new offenses.
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