Former Democratic Mayor Who Called Pete Buttigieg His Mentor Sentenced to 30 Years in Prison Over Child Sex Abuse Material
Former Democratic Mayor Who Called Pete Buttigieg His Mentor Sentenced to 30 Years in Prison Over Child Sex Abuse Material
The man who once called Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg his mentor is going away for a long time.
Patrick Wojahn, who was formerly the mayor of College Park, Maryland, was arrested by police in March and charged with dozens of child pornography-related offenses.
The Baltimore Banner reports that after agreeing to accept a plea deal for 140 separate charges of both possession and distribution of child pornography, Wojahn was sentenced to 30 years in prison plus five years probation. He will also have to register as a sex offender for the next 25 years.
The 48-year-old Democrat admitted during his sentencing at Calvert County Detention Center that he had inflicted major harm on those children and asked for forgiveness for his heinous crimes.
College Park, Maryland Mayor, Patrick Wojahn, was charged with over 100 counts of child pornography, although thousands of children were victims.
He was just sentenced to 30 years behind bars.He was proud to say his ‘buddy, and mentor is Pete Buttigieg.’ pic.twitter.com/1Iwd6t1kHn
— ProudArmyBrat (@leslibless) November 21, 2023
“From the bottom of my heart, I recognize the damage that I have caused,” he said. “And I am truly, truly sorry.”
Wojahn stepped down from his position ahead of his arrest in March, writing in a resignation letter that he needed to address “mental health” issues.
“Many of you have already reached out with well wishes and thoughts, and I am eternally grateful,” he wrote at the time.
“I am stepping away to deal with my own mental health,” he added. “I ask that you continue to keep me and my family in your prayers.”
Officials in Prince George’s County opened their investigation in February following a tipoff from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, according to CBS.
The tipoff provided evidence distribution of suspected child pornography through a social media account, which authorities successfully connected to Wojahn.
Wojahn’s crimes led to scrutiny of his relationship with Buttigieg, with Wojahn once having described him as his mentor.
Meet Patrick Wojahn.
Wojahn just pled guilty to over 100 counts connected to the possession and distribution of child sexual abuse material involving over 500 victims.
He described @PeteButtigieg as his “buddy” and “mentor”
Will we hear anything from Pete?
Absolutely SICK pic.twitter.com/jlBC17SEYZ
— Benny Johnson (@bennyjohnson) November 21, 2023
Wojahn was serving his second term as mayor of College Park, having first been elected to the position in 2015. Prior to that, he spent eight years as a city councilman.
Buttigieg is also said to have invited Wojahn to the White House on multiple occasions, according to official logs.
One of these visits included an invitation to “pride month” celebrations, where both President Joe Biden and Buttigieg delivered remarks to the audience.
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How has Patrick Wojahn’s connection to Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg come under scrutiny following his arrest and sentencing
2>Former Democratic Mayor Who Called Pete Buttigieg His Mentor Sentenced to 30 Years in Prison Over Child Sex Abuse Material
Former College Park, Maryland mayor Patrick Wojahn, who once referred to Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg as his mentor, has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for his involvement in child sex abuse material. Wojahn, a 48-year-old Democrat, was arrested in March after being charged with numerous child pornography offenses.
According to The Baltimore Banner, Wojahn accepted a plea deal for 140 separate charges related to the possession and distribution of child pornography. As a result, he has been sentenced to 30 years in prison and will also face five years of probation. Additionally, Wojahn will be required to register as a sex offender for the next 25 years.
During his sentencing at the Calvert County Detention Center, Wojahn admitted to causing significant harm to the children involved and expressed his sincere remorse, asking for forgiveness for his reprehensible actions.
Wojahn stepped down from his mayoral position prior to his arrest, citing the need to address his mental health. In his resignation letter, he thanked those who had expressed their support and requested continued prayers for himself and his family during this difficult time.
The investigation into Wojahn’s activities began in February following a tipoff from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. Authorities were able to connect Wojahn to the distribution of suspected child pornography through a social media account.
The details of Wojahn’s crimes have brought scrutiny to his relationship with Pete Buttigieg, with Wojahn himself referring to Buttigieg as his mentor. Reports indicate that Buttigieg had invited Wojahn to the White House on multiple occasions, including during Pride Month celebrations where both President Joe Biden and Buttigieg delivered speeches.
Prior to serving as mayor, Wojahn had also been a city councilman for eight years. Meanwhile, Buttigieg continues to serve as the Secretary of Transportation.
The sentencing of a former mayor for such heinous crimes serves as a reminder of the importance of addressing and combating child exploitation. It is our collective responsibility to protect and prioritize the safety and well-being of children, and incidents like this highlight the ongoing need for vigilance and strong action against those who engage in such crimes.
The severe sentencing in this case also sends a strong message that such behavior will not be tolerated, regardless of one’s position or previous associations. It is a testament to the commitment of law enforcement agencies and the judicial system to hold individuals accountable for their actions and to seek justice for the victims in these cases.
Ultimately, this case serves as a reminder that the fight against child exploitation should remain a top priority for society as a whole. It is crucial that we continue to support organizations dedicated to the protection of children and work together to prevent and combat these horrific crimes.
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