Prosecutors argued that the stiff sentence would reflect #Tarrio’s leadership role in the unrest, despite him not being present at the Capitol that day. They highlighted that he is purportedly an “articulate, charming & gifted communicator,“ who excels at attracting followers & creating “compelling spectacles.”

The embrace of #racist ideologies of late by #Latinos like #Tarrio & #MauricioGarcia, the Texas mall shooter who praised Hitler on social media, have led to much debate.