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Gabriel Agustín García, a Cuban-American resident of Miami and former candidate for the Florida Legislature, was sentenced to one year in prison for participating in the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot in the United States.
The United States Attorney's Office (USAO) for the District of Columbia warned that García must also serve 24 months of supervised release and pay a $2,000 fine as restitution for the damages caused.
The 43-year-old Cuban American and former U.S. Army captain was convicted of obstruction of the law during a civil disorder. Although he faced another serious charge of obstructing an official proceeding, this was dismissed following a recent ruling by the Supreme Court.
García was a member of the "Vice City" chapter of the Proud Boys, an extremist organization then led by Cuban American Enrique Tarrio. He was personally selected to join the "Ministry of Self-Defense" (MOSD), responsible for planning actions related to January 6.
In messages prior to the date, García expressed violent intentions, describing in one of them: "It's time to stack those bodies in front of the Capitol."
During the assault, he joined a mob that illegally stormed the building. He recorded videos bragging about having "stormed the Capitol" and confronted officers with insults and threats.
At the Rotunda, García shouted repeatedly, "Nancy, come to the arena!" referring to then-Speaker of the House, Nancy Pelosi.
The FBI arrested him on January 19, 2021, in Miami. His case is one of over 1,570 related to the January 6th riots. Meanwhile, Donald Trump has promised to pardon those involved upon returning to the presidency.
Frequently Asked Questions about the case of Gabriel Agustín García and the Capitol Riot
Who is Gabriel Agustín García and why was he sentenced?
Gabriel Agustín García is a Cuban-American resident in Miami and a former U.S. Army captain. He was sentenced to one year in prison for participating in the Capitol assault on January 6, 2021. Additionally, he must serve 24 months of supervised release and pay a fine of $2,000 for the damages caused.
What was Gabriel Agustín García's role in the Capitol riot?
García was a member of the Proud Boys and actively participated in the assault on the Capitol, being part of a mob that unlawfully stormed the building. He filmed videos boasting about his actions and confronted officers with threats.
What is Gabriel Agustín García's relationship with the Proud Boys?
Gabriel Agustín García was a member of the "Vice City" chapter of the Proud Boys, an extremist organization then led by Enrique Tarrío. He was selected for the "Ministry of Self-Defense" group responsible for planning actions for January 6.
How has Donald Trump responded to the cases related to the Capitol assault?
Donald Trump has promised to pardon those involved in the Capitol riot if he returns to the presidency. In the context of his recent election, he has celebrated favorable judicial decisions, while still facing criticism for his role in the events of January 6th.
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