Ryan Nichols Sentenced to Five Years for Role in Capitol Riot

Nichols, a Texas man, received a significant prison term and a hefty fine for assaulting officers and inciting violence during the January 6 Capitol breach.

• Nichols was sentenced to 63 months in prison and fined $200,000 by Judge Royce C. Lamberth.
• He pleaded guilty to obstruction of an official proceeding and assaulting law enforcement officers.
• Nichols' actions during the riot included using pepper spray on police and encouraging rioters to arm themselves.
• His case is noted for its severity among the hundreds sentenced for the Capitol riot.
• The sentencing reflects ongoing judicial efforts to address the January 6 events and their aftermath.

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