Andrew Taake's involvement in Jan. 6 Capitol attack and subsequent pardon
Andrew Taake, a man involved in the Jan. 6 Capitol attack and pardoned by Trump, is wanted for soliciting a minor online. Despite Texas authorities' request to hold him, he was released. He is accused of attacking police officers during the Capitol assault and is still wanted on a 2016 charge.
Key Points
- Taake was released from prison under Trump's pardon
- He is wanted for soliciting a minor online
- The DA's office is tracking him down
Pros
- President Trump's pardon granted Taake release from prison
Cons
- Taake is wanted on a charge of soliciting a minor online
- He was accused of attacking police officers during the Capitol assault