The early release of Jacob Chansley — the so-called "QAnon Shaman" — from federal prison into a halfway house signals a "softening" of public and judicial sentiment regarding those facing charges in connection with the U.S. Capitol breach, legal experts say.
Federal prison records show Chansley, one of the most identifiable Jan. 6 defendants due to his unmistakable face paint and elaborate fur and horned costume, is currently living at a "residential reentry management" facility in Phoenix, Arizona, with his release now scheduled for May 25.
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Marisa Herman ✉
Marisa Herman, a Newsmax senior reporter, focuses on major and investigative stories. A University of Florida graduate, she has more than a decade of experience as a reporter for newspapers, magazines, and websites.