Department of Justice Seeks 40-Year Sentence for Attacker of Paul Pelosi

The Department of Justice is seeking a 40-year sentence for the man who broke into the Pelosi family’s home and attacked Paul Pelosi with a hammer. David DePape was found guilty by a jury of assaulting Paul Pelosi and attempting to kidnap Nancy Pelosi. Prosecutors argue that a lengthy sentence is necessary to ensure that elected officials do not have to live in fear. DePape has shown no remorse for his actions, leading prosecutors to believe he remains a threat to not only Nancy Pelosi but others in public office. The filing references a case where a white supremacist received a 40-year sentence for a similar crime, citing it as a precedent for DePape’s sentencing. Despite the evidence against him, DePape showed no emotion during his trial and has not taken responsibility for his actions.