In a move sure to reignite debate about the January 6 Capitol riot, 60 Minutes Australia has secured an exclusive interview with Enrique Tarrio, former leader of the far-right Proud Boys. Tarrio, along with over 1,500 others, found himself behind bars for his role in the events of that day. Now, thanks to a presidential pardon from Donald Trump, he’s a free man, and he’s ready to talk.
The pardon itself was a controversial decision, further fueling the already heated arguments around accountability for the riot, spurred by Trump’s unfounded election fraud claims. Tarrio’s lengthy 22-year sentence for seditious conspiracy underscores the severity of the charges he faced. Now, free from prison, Tarrio and his group seem emboldened, projecting an air of invincibility.
Amelia Adams leads the 60 Minutes Australia investigation, digging into the mindset of Tarrio and the Proud Boys in the wake of their release. What are their plans now? What impact will these pardons have on the ongoing efforts to understand and address the events of January 6th? This report aims to provide answers, examining the potential ramifications of these pardons and the current state of the Proud Boys.
The episode, produced by Garry McNab, airs this Sunday, March 23, 2025, at 8:40 pm on Nine.
