Convicted Capitol Rioter Now Teaches at Roseville Church

In Roseville, a man named Tommy Allan, who was convicted for his involvement in the January 6 Capitol insurrection, has taken on a teaching role at Liberty Learning Ministries, a church ministry. Allan, who pleaded guilty to corruptly obstructing official proceedings, was sentenced to 21 months in prison and three years of supervised release. He was released from prison in May and has since been hired to teach photography and art, as shown in a recent Instagram post by the ministry. Matthew Oliver, the senior pastor at The Family Church, which oversees Liberty Learning Ministries, has publicly defended his decision to hire Allan. He believes that this act represents a case of redemption and healing for those who have made mistakes. Oliver, who is also running for Rocklin City Council, has faced scrutiny regarding the motivations behind his decision, suggesting that the attention is politically charged. The U.S. Attorney's Office has reported significant legal actions taken against individuals involved in the January 6 events, with over 1,200 arrests made and numerous guilty pleas. Allan's case is part of this broader context of accountability and legal consequences stemming from the Capitol riot. Oliver emphasizes the importance of providing support for individuals seeking healing and restoration, indicating that his church community aims to be a place of refuge for those in need. This situation raises questions about redemption and the role of faith-based organizations in helping individuals reintegrate into society after serving their sentences.