Image courtesy of D. Neely
Guest post by Daniel Goodwyn
In a nation that proclaims liberty and justice for all, where is the justice for Darrell Fitzgerald Neely?
Darrell is not a statistic. He is not a soundbite for CNN. He is a U.S. Navy veteran, a journalist, a radio broadcaster, and a January 6 defendant who was pardoned by President Donald J. Trump.
And yet, despite that pardon and his honorably served time, Darrell remains crushed beneath the weight of political persecution, betrayal from within his own ranks, and the unforgiving conditions of reentry into an America that has turned its back on her patriots.
Darrell’s story is not unique among January 6ers, but it is especially painful. After spending years behind bars for minor, politically charged misdemeanors, Darrell emerged into what should have been a new chapter of hope and rebuilding. Instead, he was greeted by grifters, lies, theft, and systemic obstacles preventing him from even accessing employment.
Darrell Neely, like many of us who stood on January 6 for election integrity and constitutional rights, has become a political exile within his own country.
A Patriot Abandoned – But Not Broken
Imagine this: you serve your country in the U.S. Navy, you build a career in broadcasting, you advocate for conservative values. Then you speak out and stand firm with President Trump in Washington, D.C. on January 6, and in return, you’re tossed into solitary, smeared, and your life’s work is stripped away. That is Darrell Neely’s reality.
And yet, that’s just the beginning of his hardship. Post-release, Darrell relocated to Homestead, Florida with his elderly mother—his rock and lifelong supporter, Doris Neely. With the help of advocates like Rev. Josh Macias, Darrell tried to stabilize through a veterans’ housing program. But that lifeline, too, was ripped away due to internal betrayals and rising costs.
The brutal reality? Darrell and his mother now face eviction.
He’s paying up to $3,000 a month in living expenses while waiting for promised veterans’ aid to process—aid that should drop the monthly cost to a more manageable $1,200 for three people once finalized. But until then, Darrell is drowning financially. And while others might crumble, Darrell is doing what he’s always done: standing up, speaking out, and fighting back.
“I need funds, a place for me and my mom… and my God, I need good people to help me back on my feet because I am simply heartbroken,” he says in a message that is both plea and prayer.
Grifters and Betrayal Within the J6 Community
Let’s be brutally honest: not every person waving a flag is on your side. Darrell learned this the hard way.
While in jail and after release, those he once trusted drained his GiveSendGo account. His ex-girlfriend allegedly looted his belongings—including prized comic books—and used his name for personal gain while offering no support.
But the betrayal didn’t end there. Darrell found that within the January 6 community, some who called themselves “brothers and sisters” were nothing more than opportunistic grifters looking to profit off the suffering of true patriots. These parasites exploit the cause for donations, visibility, or social media clout—all while stabbing the very people they pretend to protect.
“All I want is a job so that I can maintain housing… but I find myself being told I don’t qualify or that I’ve been passed over,” Darrell says. “Is this the America I was released into? Is this what I fought for?”
But amidst the betrayal, there are still warriors—those who have stood beside Darrell without wavering. Advocates like Suzanne Monk, Jenn Baker, Mel Hawley, Jim Hoft and The Gateway Pundit audience, and Jonathan Moseley have remained in the fight with him, giving him a reason to hope.
A Supreme Court Appeal—And a Financial Crisis
Now Darrell stands at the edge of a crucial moment. Legal scholar Jonathan Moseley reports that Darrell is filing a Supreme Court appeal—a move that could redefine justice for J6ers across the nation. But the cost is immense.
Here’s the reality:
Filing Fee: $300
Brief Printing (special custom paper, 45 bound copies): $1,000
Appendix printing (3 volumes, custom format): $3,000
Future legal brief if accepted by SCOTUS: $1,500
All told, the Supreme Court process will exceed $15,000 – $20,000, not including the staff time, shipping, and logistical coordination. And Darrell—unemployed, supporting an elderly mother, and betrayed by many—has no way to afford this alone.
This is where you come in.
Please donate to Darrell Neely’s legal fund HERE: GiveSendGo.com/DarrellNeelyTransition
The Real Darrell Neely – Not the Media’s Smear
Darrell isn’t hiding from who he is. He’s honest about his challenges—his job search, his past struggles, his use of cannabis to manage stress (he hasn’t smoked since 4/20, for the record). He’s also unapologetically proud of his roots in conservative journalism and his lifelong dedication to truth.
As a teenager, he was a Young Republican. He founded a radio network, published books, and supported countless others in their media careers.
Darrell’s calling is not to be a victim—it’s to be a voice. He wants back behind the microphone, where he can expose corruption, uplift truth, and help bring America back from the brink. But that can’t happen without a stable home, resources, and support from his community.
Photo courtesy of D. Neely
A Message to Patriots Worldwide
Darrell is not just asking for help for himself. He’s asking for a future for his mother, a roof over her head, and a second chance to rebuild the mission he never abandoned. He is not a man seeking pity. He is a man who has been crushed—and yet remains unbowed.
“I lost everything, and the rest was stolen. I am mentally in a world of pain. But I will never turn on President Trump. I will never regret January 6. I will never stop fighting for this country.”
Let us not forget our own. If we abandon our veterans, our journalists, our patriots, who will be left to stand for the truth?
If you believe in the Constitution…
If you believe in redemption…
If you believe in standing by those who stood for America…
Then now is the time to act.
Donate now and help Darrell Neely rebuild his life and continue his mission:
Help Darrell HERE: GiveSendGo.com/darrellneelytransition
This is our moment to rise for one of our own.
Daniel Goodwyn is a Christian, J6er, and activist. He knows firsthand how important it is to lift up those the regime tried to silence. He has a background doing pro-life, free speech, and election integrity activism. He was a J6 political hostage, released in August of 2023 and pardoned in January of 2025. Daniel has been on with Tucker Carlson discussing the topic of political hostages in the United States. He has worked on five documentary films on this topic and has assisted a number of legal teams with the review of film footage, as well as being part of David Sumrall’s StopHate.com team. Daniel is the son of Marie Goodwyn, who became a full-time activist because of Daniel’s prosecution. DanielGoodwyn.com
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