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Andrew Taake
Convicted of
Assaulting officers with bear spray and metal whip during the January 6 Capitol riot; also faced 2016 charges of soliciting a minor (third-degree felony)
Original sentence
6.5 years
Post-pardon activity
0mentions
2new offenses
New Offenses After Pardon(2)
Pardoned January 6 rioter Andrew Taake, who pleaded guilty to attacking police with bear spray, was being sought by Texas authorities for 2016 charges of soliciting a 17-year-old online for sex.
Texas authorities arrested Andrew Taake in connection with charges filed before the US Capitol attack. The arrest occurred after his pardon on January 20, 2025, relating to the pre-pardon solicitation of a minor charge.