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William Lawrence Pleads Guilty to Line 5 Felony

8/25/2026

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  • William Lawrence pleaded guilty to a felony for chaining to Enbridge Line 5 equipment during a 2013 protest.
  • He was sentenced to fines and probation after being charged with trespassing and resisting police.
  • National Republican Congressional Committee spokesman Zach Bannon labeled Lawrence a “socialist felon” and criticized his agenda.
  • Lawrence beat establishment-backed Democrats Matt Maasdam and former ambassador Bridget Brink in the primary.