The former chairman of an American right-wing extremist group has been sentenced to 22 years in prison for his role in the US Capitol riot.

Ex-Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio was convicted on multiple charges, including seditious conspiracy.

US correspondent Dan Mitchinson says Tarrio wasn't present on January 6th, but prosecutors claim he inspired and rallied followers from afar.

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The former chairman of an American right-wing extremist group has been sentenced to 22 years in prison for his role in the US Capitol riot.
Ex-Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio was convicted on multiple charges, including seditious conspiracy.
US correspondent Dan Mitchinson says Tarrio wasn't present on January 6th, but prosecutors claim he inspired and rallied followers from afar.
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