Federal Judge Rejects ‘QAnon Shaman’s’ Bid for Early Release

A federal judge has ruled that the so-called “QAnon Shaman” must remain in government custody pending further legal proceedings.

Jacob Chansley (C) entered the Capitol building during a protest with his painted face and horned hat in Washington, on Jan. 6, 2021. Saul Loeb/AFP via Getty Images

A federal judge has ruled that the so-called “QAnon Shaman” must remain in government custody pending further legal proceedings for his role in the Jan. 6 breach of the U.S. Capitol, because he still constitutes a threat to the public.

U.S. District Court Judge Royce Lamberth ruled Monday that comments made by the self-proclaimed “QAnon Shaman,” Jacob Chansley, show that he is not remorseful for his actions.