Repeat offender facing sentencing for attack on Pelosi's spouse
After the assault on Paul Pelosi, husband of U.S. Politician Nancy Pelosi, in May, a jury in San Francisco, California deemed the attacker guilty of all charges. As reported by U.S. media, the attacker was found guilty on all counts related to the attack. The sentencing court will determine the punishment at a later date. Earlier in May, a federal judge had already sentenced the attacker to 30 years in prison.
In late 2022, Paul Pelosi, age 84, was violently attacked and sustained serious injuries, including a skull fracture and injuries to his right arm and hands, at his San Francisco residence. The attacker initially planned to kidnap Nancy Pelosi, who was then the Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives, and break her kneecaps. The goal was to force her into a wheelchair and convey to other Congress members that "their actions carry consequences." A Pelosi representative stated on Friday that the family is appreciative of the continuing well-wishes and prayers they receive. However, they will remain silent until the sentencing.
The attack sparked controversy and discussion about politically motivated violence within the U.S. Shortly after the incident, it was discovered that the attacker had shown interest in numerous conspiracy theories and unfounded claims about alleged fraud in the 2020 U.S. Presidential election on his online profiles.
The police reported that the attacker planned to kidnap Nancy Pelosi and break her kneecaps. This was intended to force her into a wheelchair and demonstrate to other Congress members that "their actions carry consequences." A Pelosi representative announced on Friday that the family is thankful for the continuing well-wishes and prayers they receive. However, they will not make further comments until the sentencing.
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In light of the guilty verdict, Nancy Pelosi's spokesperson has requested for the family's privacy, stating they will remain silent until the sentencing proceedings for the attacker are concluded in the USA. The upcoming judgments in the case have the potential to set a precedent, highlighting the consequences of politically-motivated attacks in the USA.
