Jacob Chansley, who stormed the Capitol dressed as a shaman in 2021, sent greetings to Russian President Vladimir Putin, RIA Novosti reported.
He wished the Russian head of state to remember the Siberian spirit that has guided Russians “through the harshest conditions we can imagine“. "The warm heart of Mother Earth, the shamanic spirit of Russia, and the devoted vigilance of Heavenly Father have allowed Russia to come this far," he said.
In March 2023, Chansley was released early from federal prison after an appeal by businessman Elon Musk.
In September 2021, it was announced that Chansley, who became famous for a photo of himself wearing a horned leather hat while sitting in the chair of US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, was facing the threat of 20 years in prison.