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Pardoned Jan. 6 rioter released from North Texas jail
By Dallas-Fort Worth at FOX 4 KDFW (Dallas-Fort Worth)
· June 24, 2026
· 1 min read
Jake Lang, a Jan. 6th rioter and far-right influencer who was pardoned by President Donald Trump, was released from a Collin County Jail on Tuesday following his second arrest in North Texas this June. FOX 4's David Sentendrey has more.
Key takeaway 6th rioter and far-right influencer who was pardoned by President Donald Trump, was released from a Collin County Jail on Tuesday following his second arrest in North Texas this June.
Why this matters in Denton News
The release of Jake Lang from a Collin County Jail raises questions about public safety in the North Texas region. As a far-right influencer with a history of involvement in violent events, Lang's presence in the area may be a concern for local law enforcement and residents. His second arrest in North Texas this June suggests a pattern of behavior that could potentially put others at risk. The fact that Lang was pardoned by President Donald Trump does not erase his criminal record or necessarily guarantee that he will not engage in similar activities in the future. Local authorities will likely be keeping a close eye on Lang's activities, and residents may be watching to see how the situation is handled to ensure that public safety is maintained in Denton and surrounding communities.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 4 KDFW (Dallas-Fort Worth) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Jake Lang, a Jan. 6th rioter and far-right influencer who was pardoned by President Donald Trump, was released from a Collin County Jail on Tuesday following his second arrest in North Texas this June. FOX 4's David Sentendrey has more.
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