WASHINGTON — The trial of Enrique Tarrio and other members of the Proud Boys, a militant group that allegedly took part in organizing the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol, is set to begin in earnest this week with the start of opening statements.
Tarrio, a Miami native, stands accused of organizing a group of hard-core Proud Boys members to descend on Washington for a “Stop the Steal” protest that day, coinciding with Congress’ certification of the 2020 presidential election results.
The indictment further accuses Tarrio and the other Proud Boys defendants of devising a militant strategy to target the Capitol building, using the internet not only to develop strategies and recruit members, but also to raise funds and buy paramilitary gear for the assault.
