Andrew Taake, a Jan. 6 rioter who received a pardon from President Trump, was released from federal prison but is now being sought in Texas for soliciting a minor online. While he was awaiting trial on charges related to attempting to engage in a sexual relationship with a 17-year-old, he had also pleaded guilty to attacking police officers during the Capitol riot. The Harris County district attorney's office highlighted that they had informed prison officials about an existing warrant for his arrest before his pardon and release, raising concerns over the oversight.
Andrew Taake, pardoned by Trump and released recently from prison, is being sought in Texas for charges of soliciting a minor online.
Taake's prior charges in Texas for pursuing a sexual relationship with a minor were overlooked despite the district attorney's warning before his release.
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