
A Capitol rioter accused of threatening lawmakers and bringing weapons near Barack Obama's Washington, D.C., home is seeking to have his charges dismissed, claiming they relate to President Donald Trump's pardon.
Taylor Taranto, a Navy veteran from Washington state, was originally charged for his participation in the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot, Law and Crime reported. Prosecutors accused him of illegally entering the Capitol, disorderly conduct and other offenses.