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Iced Earth's Jon Schaffer Calls for Fan Forgiveness After Arrest

9/25/2025

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Jon Schaffer of Iced Earth was arrested for participating in the Jan. 6 Capitol riots and was pardoned by President Trump.
In his first post-sentencing interview, Schaffer urged fans to forgive former bandmates.
He criticized ex-singer Stu Block for mixed reactions to the riots, hoping for reconciliation.
Iced Earth disbanded after Schaffer’s arrest; he expects no reunion.

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Jon Schaffer of Iced Earth was arrested for participating in the Jan. 6 Capitol riots and was pardoned by President Trump.
In his first post-sentencing interview, Schaffer urged fans to forgive former bandmates.
He criticized ex-singer Stu Block for mixed reactions to the riots, hoping for reconciliation.
Iced Earth disbanded after Schaffer’s arrest; he expects no reunion.