Who / What
Henry "Enrique" Tarrio is an American far-right activist known for his role as the chairman of the Proud Boys organization from 2018 to its dissolution in summer 2022. He was notably convicted alongside fellow Proud Boys leaders for seditious conspiracy related to the January 6, 2021 United States Capitol attack.
Background & History
Tarrio's background primarily includes his political activism on the far-right, most prominently through leadership roles within established groups like Vanguard America and newly formed organizations such as The New Right Action League (which later became Proud Boys). He held the position of Chairman for the Proud Boys from shortly after its inception until mid-2022. His most significant public role began in January 2018 when he was named chairman of the organization, taking over from its founder, David Hogg. In May 2023, a federal jury found him guilty on one count of seditious conspiracy for his involvement in the events surrounding the attack on the U.S. Capitol.
Why Notable
Enrique Tarrio gained significant attention primarily due to his leadership role within the Proud Boys during their peak visibility and activities preceding and including January 6th, 2021. His prominence stems from being convicted alongside other key figures of seditious conspiracy related to that attack, making him a focal point in ongoing legal proceedings concerning national security and insurrectionist activities.
In the News
Tarrio remains subject to media scrutiny due to his convictions for seditious conspiracy stemming from the January 6th Capitol attack. As he awaits sentencing following the May 2023 conviction verdict (which was delayed), his case continues to be followed as a major legal matter in investigations related to political violence.
Key Facts
* **Type:** Person (far-right activist)
* **Also known as:** Henry Tarrio, Henry "Enrique" Tarrio
* **Founded / Born:** Born ca. 1983/1984 (exact date unknown from provided data). Chairman of Proud Boys appointed Jan 2018.
* **Key dates:**
* January 6th, 2021: Involved in events leading up to the U.S. Capitol attack.
* May 31, 2023: Convicted alongside Joseph Biggs, Zachariah Chaffee and Enrique Tarrio Jr. of seditious conspiracy related to the January 6th Capitol attack.
* **Geography:** Primarily associated with the United States (Washington state/District of Columbia area).
* **Affiliation:** Chairman emeritus or former chairman of Proud Boys, and member of affiliated groups like Identitarian Movement USA.
