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Recent developments in the January 6, 2021, U.S. Capitol riot cases have led to multiple convictions and sentencing. Jack Wade Whitton, notable for his 'TRUMP 2020' hat and aggressive actions towards an officer, is set for sentencing, with federal prosecutors seeking more than eight years in prison. His defense attributes his actions to a mix of ADHD medication and alcohol. Other individuals, including Angel Villanueva and Thomas Pooler, faced plea agreement hearings for carrying weapons such as pepper spray, metal tipped darts, and a pocket-knife into the Capitol. A Littleton man was convicted on charges related to the riot, and Adam Jackson, accused of using a stolen shield to ram police, seeks leniency citing poor judgment influenced by alcohol and stating, "I let my emotions and alcohol cloud my judgment." Michael Asbury pleaded guilty to providing a riot shield to other rioters, contributing to the nearly 800 total Jan 6 guilty pleas thus far. Additional defendants, such as Robert Ciottoni and Lance Ligocki, are set for initial court appearances, with Ligocki having sent messages post-riot stating, "Trump is a lone Wolf, Pence is a snake." A Virginia man and a Littleton hunting guide were convicted on multiple counts, with the latter facing two felonies. Three individuals from Colorado and Utah were found guilty of both felony and misdemeanor charges. Jeff Sabol of Colorado received a sentence of 5+ years for his involvement in dragging an officer into the mob. The Justice Department is seeking a 78-month prison term for Andrew Taake, who used bear-attack repellant spray and a metal whip against officers. Adam Jackson is facing a sought 41 months in prison. A Colorado man was sentenced to more than five years and ordered to pay $32,165 in restitution for dragging a police officer down the steps into a mob. Another individual received a 7-year sentence for a stabbing attack during a soccer match at Levi's Stadium.
