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Senator Lindsey Graham sparked controversy during his “Meet the Press” appearance when he criticized President Trump’s decision to pardon 1,500 January 6 protesters, including grandmothers who carried MAGA flags into the White House.
In response to Graham’s comments advocating for harsher treatment of Trump supporters, recently released January 6 political prisoner Curtis Tate shared his moving story with The Gateway Pundit, demonstrating resilience in the face of adversity.
Despite enduring a grueling 5.5-year federal prison sentence, constant facility transfers, deplorable living conditions alongside vermin, character assassination by DC officials, and mistreatment by prison staff, Tate maintains his conviction was worthwhile, crediting Trump for placing J6 participants on the right side of history.
Lindsey Graham needs to be Primaried, Possibly by Nancy Mace? What do you think? Lindsey has sold us out to many times. Just like Mitch McConnell! pic.twitter.com/MoVtpR4l7H
— Johnny Midnight ⚡️ (@its_The_Dr) January 27, 2025
Tate’s release prompted an unexpected display of unity, as inmates from diverse backgrounds – including Bloods, Crips, various religious groups, and different ethnic factions – celebrated his departure.
The newly freed prisoner reflected on January 6’s significance, invoking Thomas Jefferson’s words about informed citizens’ responsibility to correct governmental wrongs. He expressed gratitude to fellow J6 participants and supporters who assisted him when the Bureau of Prisons released him without identification, money, or transportation in freezing New Jersey weather.
Another one bites the dust!#ShinyCircleTattoo SENTENCED to 63 months in prison, 36 months of supervised release, restitution in the amount of $3,176 for his role in the January 6 coup
Curtis Logan Tate#FBI119-AFO#J6 #January6th #insurrectionist #Traitors #terrorist https://t.co/ullRm3T2oo pic.twitter.com/y86xUPbYny— Rocketman (@rocketman2001) July 10, 2024
Since his release, Tate has engaged with Louisville Republicans and plans to mentor incarcerated youth. He shared his personal transformation following a near-fatal incident in January 2023, describing his journey through addiction, imprisonment, and spiritual renewal.
Tate concluded with a message of hope, emphasizing the importance of patriotic unity and faith in ongoing efforts to preserve American values. He encouraged fellow patriots to maintain their resolve while rebuilding their lives after government persecution.