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Pardoned Jan. 6 rioter running for Queens Assembly seat

Grillo, pardoned Jan. 6 rioter, filed to run for the 26th Assembly district in Queens.
He must win the June Republican primary against Robert Speranza for the chance to face Braunstein.
Grillo previously ran in 2024 to replace ex-Rep. George Santos.
Local GOP Chairman Tony Nunziato welcomed Grillo’s candidacy.
Grillo carries the label 'The Republican Messiah' on social media, per the report.
Grillo is accused of entering the Capitol with a megaphone during the riot.
Grillo was convicted of felony obstruction and other charges, later pardoned by Trump.
Braunstein remains the Democratic incumbent Grillo is challenging.
The district includes northeast Queens, where the race is unfolding.
The article notes he was not reachable for comment at press time.
Other candidates include Speranza, a retired NYPD officer.

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