Cardinals Superfan 'Rally Runner' Sentenced to 10 Months for Capitol Riot Participation

Daniel Donnelly Jr., known as Rally Runner, pleaded guilty to civil disorder for his role in the Jan. 6 Capitol attack, receiving prison time and fines.

• Rally Runner used a stolen riot shield to lead rioters in confrontations with police at the Capitol.
• He was sentenced to 10 months in prison, 24 months of supervised release, and ordered to pay $3,000 in fines and restitution.
• Runner attended the Jan. 6 rally in Washington, D.C., wearing his signature red face paint and clothing.
• He was identified through video footage and later admitted his involvement in a Facebook video.
• Runner's attorney and family described him as having mental health vulnerabilities and a history of being exploited.

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