Former White House adviser Peter Navarro has been released from a Miami federal prison after serving a four-month sentence for defying a subpoena from the January 6 congressional committee. Navarro’s release coincides with his expected appearance at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, where former President Donald Trump has been nominated as the GOP’s 2024 presidential candidate.
Navarro, in his 70s, spent his time in prison working as a law library clerk and using the opportunity to write, according to his prison consultant Sam Mangel. Despite his legal troubles, Navarro garnered respect from fellow inmates and maintained a positive rapport during his incarceration at one of the country’s oldest prison camps, known for its historic infrastructure and diverse inmate population.
His conviction stemmed from his refusal to comply with subpoenas related to investigations into the January 6 insurrection and alleged election subversion efforts. Navarro had sought to invoke executive privilege on behalf of Trump, but the court ruled against this defense, leading to his contempt charges.
Navarro’s release and imminent appearance at the Republican National Convention highlight ongoing legal and political challenges facing Trump associates while underscoring the continued influence of key figures in the GOP’s electoral strategy.