Montana’s Gianforte Avoids Jail Time For Reporter Assault

BOZEMAN, Mont. (AP) — Montana’s next congressman, Greg Gianforte, has been given a 180-day deferred jail sentence after the Republican technology entrepreneur pleaded guilty to assaulting a reporter on the eve of his election last month.
Justice of the Peace Rick West sentenced Gianforte on Monday for the misdemeanor, ordering him to complete 40 hours of community service, 20 hours of anger management counseling and pay a $385 fine.
US Rep. Greg Gianforte ( credit – Justin Sull