J6 defendant Ryan Samsel languishes in critical medical condition after years of abuse by prison officials and politically motivated prosecutions. His desperate need for surgery to remove chest glands causing life-threatening blood clots has been repeatedly denied by U.S. Marshals despite doctors’ recommendations, while partisan judges dismiss his pleas for medical care.

Beaten Behind Bars: The Brutal Treatment of January 6 Prisoners

Capitol riot defendants held in D.C. jails have reported systematic abuse, violence, and harassment from guards since their incarceration began. Ryan Samsel suffered particularly severe treatment, reportedly beaten so badly by correctional officers that he now suffers from partial blindness.

Fellow defendant Ronald Sandlin described the conditions as nothing short of “mental torture” with inmates living in constant fear for their safety. Defense attorneys have confirmed these accounts of abuse and have stated their intention to file lawsuits against the responsible guards and facilities.

Urgent Medical Crisis Ignored By System

Ryan Samsel currently faces a life-threatening medical emergency requiring surgery to remove glands in his chest that are causing dangerous blood clots. Despite multiple medical referrals from doctors confirming the urgency of his condition, U.S. Marshals have repeatedly denied his necessary surgery and instead shuffled him between various prisons.

J6 Political Prisoner Ryan Samsel Faces Urgent Medical Needs After Abuse by Prison Authorities and Vicious Partisan Prosecutors

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Prosecutors have callously accused Samsel of fabricating his medical needs, directly contradicting the professional recommendations of medical doctors. The Gateway Pundit reports that judges who appear politically biased have dismissed Samsel’s legal efforts to address his critical health needs, leaving him without proper care.

From Conviction to Presidential Pardon

Samsel was one of approximately 1,500 January 6 defendants pardoned by President Donald Trump on his first day back in office. Before his pardon, Samsel faced a potential 20-year sentence after being convicted of assaulting an officer and other felonies, though he was found not guilty of entering the Capitol building.

“Myself and others involved in the Jan. 6 incident are scared for their lives, not from each other but from correctional officers. I don’t understand how this is remotely acceptable.” – Ronald Sandlin

Now free, Samsel has expressed his commitment to prison reform, saying: “I get a second chance at life, and I don’t intend on wasting it. And I don’t want to embarrass Mr. Trump by getting myself in trouble.” His experience has motivated him to focus on ensuring prisoners’ rights and due process are upheld, potentially working with local politicians on reform efforts.

Supporters of Samsel are now raising funds for his medical treatment, emphasizing the need for community action and compassion where the justice system has failed. The systematic mistreatment of January 6 defendants, held in restrictive housing with 23-hour-a-day isolation, continues to raise serious questions about equal justice and constitutional protections for all Americans regardless of political affiliation.

Sources:

Capitol riot defendant alleges beating by jail guards – POLITICO

Pa. suspect in Jan. 6 attack speaks out after being pardoned by President Trump

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