Jacob Chansley, whom is widely acknowledged as the “QAnon Shaman” and who became an enduring symbol of the breach that transpired at the Capitol on January 6, 2021, has formally declared his intention to run for Congress in 2024.
Respected Mr. Chansley, 35 years old, has dutifully submitted formal paperwork to the Arizona authorities, indicating his intention to run for office in the 8th Congressional District of the state as a candidate for the Libertarian party.
Arizona Republican Representative Debbie Lesko, the incumbent, has declared publicly that she will not be running for re-election. At present, the only further candidate in the general election is an independent named Jeremy Spreitzer.
Nevertheless, in August 2024, additional Democrats and Republicans will run in their respective primary elections in an effort to secure the position.
When the left learned of his candidacy, they descended into hysteria.
Just heard a rumor that Qanon Shaman terrorist is running for office in Arizona….
I say this, with my WHOLE CHEST. Jacob Chansley, absolutely fucking not. How dare you pretend that you have the qualities or the ability to represent the American people. What a fucking disgrace. pic.twitter.com/eJWjFjgVX9— 🟧SarahMeidasBlueTsunami🟧 (@TCAMCA) November 12, 2023
Jacob Chansley, the man dubbed the “QAnon Shaman,” plans to run for Congress in Arizona, according to filed paperwork, just months after being released from jail for his role in the January 6, 2021. https://t.co/GWPNsVrA5F
— Forbes (@Forbes) November 13, 2023
Jacob Chansley, the man dubbed the “QAnon Shaman,” plans to run for Congress in Arizona, according to filed paperwork, just months after being released from jail for his role in the January 6, 2021. https://t.co/GWPNsVrA5F
— Forbes (@Forbes) November 13, 2023
Due to his unique appearance, which included red face paint and a fur ensemble adorned with buffalo antlers, as he entered the Capitol after the events of January 6th, Chansley received an inordinate amount of attention from the mainstream media.
The video footage that was obtained on that specific day shows him traversing the premises while adorned with an American flag. He is accompanied by officers from the Capitol police force.
NEW: QAnon Shaman Jacob Chansley, who was recently released from federal prison for being at the Capitol on J6, appears to be running for Congress.
Chansley will be running as a libertarian candidate according to paperwork that was filed.
The paperwork was filed in the 8th… pic.twitter.com/0lzwMz2xor
— Collin Rugg (@CollinRugg) November 13, 2023
Following the disturbances, federal prosecutors filed charges against Chansley with the intention of setting a precedent. The accusations levied against him involved civil disorder and the forcible entry of the Capitol building.
Jacob Chansley has seen the D.C corruption up close and personal.
J6 was a setup, there is no doubt.
And all roads lead back to Nancy Pelosi. pic.twitter.com/WnnlE9O4q0— Epstein's Sheet. 🧻 (@meantweeting1) August 8, 2023
Despite his admission of culpability, Chansley was imposed a federal prison sentence of 41 months. Following this, he served out the remaining 27 months of his sentence prior to his transfer to a halfway house in Phoenix in March 2023.
Amidst his penalty, Chansley conveyed a recognition of the unethical behavior that was intrinsic to his conduct.
Chansley purportedly declared, as Fox News reported, “I do not identify in any manner with violent criminals […] Certainly not a domestic terrorist. I, a decent citizen, have violated the law… “For my actions, I sincerely apologize.”
Chansley is among a group of more than 700 individuals who have been officially charged with perpetrating crimes in relation to the occurrences that transpired on January 6th. The Proud Boys’ organizers received prison terms of differing durations, with the most severe penalty reaching 22 years. On the contrary, Ray Epps, who had for an extended duration evaded legal action, was ultimately indicted in September on a solitary charge of disruptive and riotous behavior within an official structure.