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Pardoned January 6 Participant Challenges Senator Moody's Seat

10/23/2025

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Jake Lang, a pardoned January 6 participant, challenges Florida Senator Ashley Moody in the race.
Lang urges using the Proud Boys to bounty hunt illegal immigrants, claiming they would work with local law enforcement.
He spent nearly four years in jail for his actions, claiming his Capitol riot conduct was justified self-defense.
Moody has Trump's endorsement, with Lang arguing he can defeat her by appealing to a more radical voter base.

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Story summary

Jake Lang, a pardoned January 6 participant, challenges Florida Senator Ashley Moody in the race.
Lang urges using the Proud Boys to bounty hunt illegal immigrants, claiming they would work with local law enforcement.
He spent nearly four years in jail for his actions, claiming his Capitol riot conduct was justified self-defense.
Moody has Trump's endorsement, with Lang arguing he can defeat her by appealing to a more radical voter base.