Kip Talley, chief of staff for Rep. Mike Collins (R-GA), reportedly sought to have Holocaust denier Charles Johnson released from prison. Talley, who was deputy chief of staff at the time, used his connections with federal law enforcement to advocate for Johnson, who was incarcerated in 2025 for civil contempt of court after refusing to comply with a $71 million judgment collection. In a group chat that included notable white nationalists such as Nick Fuentes and Richard Spencer, Talley shared his efforts to improve Johnson's prison conditions, stating he was reaching out to the FBI and the Department of Justice (DOJ) to facilitate Johnson's release. Additionally, he mentioned working with the U.S. Marshals Service to ensure funds were available for Johnson's commissary account. Talley later clarified that his actions were motivated by personal concern for Johnson's treatment, asserting he acted solely in his personal capacity. The revelations raise questions about the influence of political figures in advocating for controversial individuals.