In pictures: Chaos, violence, mockery as pro-Trump mob occupies U.S. Capitol
3 years, 11 months ago

In pictures: Chaos, violence, mockery as pro-Trump mob occupies U.S. Capitol

The Hindu  

A violent mob loyal to President Donald Trump stormed the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday and forced lawmakers into hiding, in a stunning attempt to overturn America’s Presidential election, undercut the nation’s democracy and keep Democrat Joe Biden from replacing Mr. Trump in the White House. Supporters of U.S. President Donald Trump climb on walls at the U.S. Capitol. An explosion caused by a police munition is seen while supporters of U.S. President Donald Trump gather in front of the U.S. Capitol Building in Washington. Supporters of U.S. President Donald Trump protest in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda.

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Jan. 6 can’t be denied in federal court
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Jan. 6 can’t be denied in federal court

Associated Press  

There are no broadcast television cameras inside the E. Barrett Prettyman federal courthouse on Constitution Avenue. Rioters scale a wall outside the Capitol as the mob of Donald Trump supporters stormed the building on Jan. 6, 2021. Then-President Donald Trump spoke to a crowd of his supporters during his “Stop the Steal” rally near the White House on Jan. 6, …

The attempted assassination of Donald Trump is shocking but hardly surprising. The US has travelled this perilous path for decades
5 months, 1 week ago

The attempted assassination of Donald Trump is shocking but hardly surprising. The US has travelled this perilous path for decades

ABC  

Shocking but not surprising. To hear Donald Trump address the United Nations in New York and threaten to "totally destroy" one of its member states, North Korea, was shocking but not surprising given the belligerence of his rhetoric. Biden calls for calm after Trump assassination attempt Photo shows Joe Biden sitting at the resolute desk in the oval office Joe …

Trump is making the Jan. 6 attack a cornerstone of his bid for the White House
9 months ago

Trump is making the Jan. 6 attack a cornerstone of his bid for the White House

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Republican Donald Trump has launched his general election campaign not merely rewriting the history of the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol attack, but positioning the violent siege and its failed attempt to overturn the 2020 election as a cornerstone of his bid to return to the White House. Having previously vowed to pardon the rioters, he promised to help …

Jan 6 panel pushes to link Trump to Capitol violence – a timeline
2 years, 5 months ago

Jan 6 panel pushes to link Trump to Capitol violence – a timeline

Al Jazeera  

Panel: Trump knew there was no evidence of voter fraud, but told supporters to come to Washington, DC, on Jan 6 anyway. pic.twitter.com/wjAxwra6XQ — January 6th Committee July 12, 2022 12 Jul 2022 - 19:21 GMT Twitter witness says tried ‘for months’ to get company to do something about Trump and hardliners On the eve of the January 6 rally, …

Key takeaways from US Congress hearing on January 6 Capitol riot
2 years, 6 months ago

Key takeaways from US Congress hearing on January 6 Capitol riot

Al Jazeera  

Trump took centre stage as US lawmakers pushed to highlight the danger and violence of the 2021 attack on US Capitol. “On the morning of January 6, President Donald Trump’s intention was to remain president of the United States despite the lawful outcome of the 2020 election and in violation of his constitutional obligation to relinquish power,” she said. Al …

January 6: A year on, a return to normalcy at US Capitol
2 years, 11 months ago

January 6: A year on, a return to normalcy at US Capitol

Al Jazeera  

Areas around the US Capitol that last year saw scenes of chaos and violence are calm, as the US commemorates its sombre anniversary. But over the past year, he says he has added a more recent event to his presentations: the day a mob of former President Donald Trump’s supporters stormed the Capitol. Armed Capitol police officers stood along a …

One year after Donald Trump's supporters stormed the US Capitol, fear still stalks America
2 years, 11 months ago

One year after Donald Trump's supporters stormed the US Capitol, fear still stalks America

ABC  

It took less than an hour for a peaceful yet passionate political rally to become one of the most documented crimes in American history. Tens of thousands of Donald Trump's most ardent supporters marched on and breached the US Capitol, turning the seat of American democracy into the scene of an unforgettable felony. A mob, mobilised by Donald Trump's false …

Images of chaos: AP photographers capture US Capitol riot
2 years, 11 months ago

Images of chaos: AP photographers capture US Capitol riot

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — When supporters of President Donald Trump stormed the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, The Associated Press had nine photographers inside and outside the building. Jacob Anthony Chansley, center, with other insurrectionists who supported then-President Donald Trump, are confronted by U.S. Capitol Police in the hallway outside of the Senate chamber in the Capitol, Jan. 6, 2021, in …

A timeline of the Jan. 6 Capitol attack — including when and how Trump responded
2 years, 11 months ago

A timeline of the Jan. 6 Capitol attack — including when and how Trump responded

NPR  

A timeline of the Jan. 6 Capitol attack — including when and how Trump responded Enlarge this image toggle caption Tasos Katopodis/Getty Images; Jon Cherry/Getty Images; Erin Schaff-Pool/Getty Images Tasos Katopodis/Getty Images; Jon Cherry/Getty Images; Erin Schaff-Pool/Getty Images January 6, 2021, was a Wednesday. Enlarge this image toggle caption Samuel Corum/Pool/AFP via Getty Images Samuel Corum/Pool/AFP via Getty Images Shortly …

Washington braces for rally supporting January 6 Capitol rioters
3 years, 3 months ago

Washington braces for rally supporting January 6 Capitol rioters

Hindustan Times  

The ‘Justice for J6’ rally in support of pro-Trump rioters, who ransacked the US Capitol on January 6, is scheduled to be held on Saturday. The supporters are demanding that the US justice department drop charges against January 6 protesters who are not charged with “destruction of property” or “committing violence against police officers”. The black fence that surrounded the …

Trump defends Capitol rioters, says there was ‘zero threat’
3 years, 8 months ago

Trump defends Capitol rioters, says there was ‘zero threat’

The Hindu  

Former President Donald Trump on March 25 defended some of his supporters who rioted at the U.S. Capitol on January 6, saying they posed “zero threat” to the lawmakers who had assembled there to certify the Electoral College vote that confirmed Joe Biden’s victory in the presidential race. Mr. Trump complained to Fox News Channel’s Laura Ingraham that law enforcement …

Trump defends Capitol rioters, says there was ‘zero threat’
3 years, 8 months ago

Trump defends Capitol rioters, says there was ‘zero threat’

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Former President Donald Trump on Thursday defended some of his supporters who rioted at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, saying they posed “zero threat” to the lawmakers who had assembled there to certify the Electoral College vote that confirmed Joe Biden’s victory in the presidential race. Trump complained to Fox News Channel’s Laura Ingraham that law enforcement …

Trump defends Capitol rioters, says there was ‘zero threat’ to lawmakers
3 years, 8 months ago

Trump defends Capitol rioters, says there was ‘zero threat’ to lawmakers

LA Times  

Former President Trump defended some of his supporters who rioted at the U.S. Capitol, saying Thursday that they posed “zero threat” to the lawmakers who had assembled to confirm President Biden’s victory in the November election. Trump complained to Fox News Channel’s Laura Ingraham that law enforcement was now “persecuting” the Capitol rioters, hundreds of whom have been arrested, while …

Barely Any Trump Supporters Showed at Inauguration Protests Around the Country
54 years, 11 months ago

Barely Any Trump Supporters Showed at Inauguration Protests Around the Country

Slate  

In the weeks following the Jan. 6 riot that enveloped Congress, there had been chatter on social media about more violent insurrection attempts at state capitols from Jan. 16 to Jan. 20. @WGME @FOX23Maine pic.twitter.com/DBuArd3NDC — Brad Rogers WGME January 20, 2021 Outside the Texas Capitol, a few Trump supporters protested socialism. Earlier in the day, at the California State …

Republicans Seek To Distance Themselves From The Mob That Stormed The Capitol: Poll
3 years, 11 months ago

Republicans Seek To Distance Themselves From The Mob That Stormed The Capitol: Poll

Huff Post  

Only 7% of Republicans now say the actions of Donald Trump supporters who invaded the Capitol last week were mostly right, down from 22% who said the same in an earlier HuffPost/YouGov poll. Only 7% of Republicans now say the actions of President Donald Trump’s supporters who stormed the Capitol on Jan. 6 were mostly right, down from 22% who …

FBI says 100 arrested for Capitol Hill riots, agencies monitoring 'concerning online chatter'
3 years, 11 months ago

FBI says 100 arrested for Capitol Hill riots, agencies monitoring 'concerning online chatter'

India Today  

Following last week’s riots at the US Capitol in which hundreds of Trump supporters stormed the building in a bid to overturn the election results, US security agencies have said more than 100 people have been arrested so far. The security agencies are also monitoring “an extensive amount of concerning online chatter” ahead of President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration on January …

Capitol attack was assault on US Constitution, will defend it against all enemies: Top US military leaders
3 years, 11 months ago

Capitol attack was assault on US Constitution, will defend it against all enemies: Top US military leaders

India Today  

Top leaders of the US military have issued a rare joint statement saying the armed forces will defence the Constitution of the United States of America "against all enemies, foreign and domestic", and reminded service members of their duty to safeguard the Constitution. Terming the attack on the Capitol as a "violent riot", the statement said it was a "direct …

Term nearing end, Donald Trump enroute Texas to see border wall, situation tense
3 years, 11 months ago

Term nearing end, Donald Trump enroute Texas to see border wall, situation tense

India Today  

US President Donald Trump has emerged from seclusion on Tuesday for the first time since the US Capitol was ransacked by pro-Trump protesters and will travel to Alamo, Texas, to visit his signature border wall. Trump is expected to deliver remarks highlighting the progress made on his signature 2016 campaign promise: building a “big, beautiful wall” across the length of …

U.S. Capitol Mob Brings Questions, Fallout For Pro-Trump Police
3 years, 11 months ago

U.S. Capitol Mob Brings Questions, Fallout For Pro-Trump Police

NPR  

U.S. Capitol Mob Brings Questions, Fallout For Pro-Trump Police Enlarge this image toggle caption Andrew Lichtenstein/Corbis via Getty Images Andrew Lichtenstein/Corbis via Getty Images In the aftermath of Wednesday's siege of the U.S. Capitol, attention is turning to the nation's police: How many sympathized with what happened? Yogananda Pittman, the acting U.S. Capitol Police chief, released a statement late Monday, …

Trump supporters plan 'armed protests' in all 50 states starting this weekend: FBI bulletin
3 years, 11 months ago

Trump supporters plan 'armed protests' in all 50 states starting this weekend: FBI bulletin

Raw Story  

Supporters of President Donald Trump are not backing down from their threats to carry out violence in the name of keeping the president in power. An FBI bulletin obtained by ABC News reporter Aaron Katersky claims that "armed protests are being planned at all 50 state capitols from 16 January through at least 20 January, and at the US Capitol …

Law enforcement braces for more extremist violence in DC and around the US ahead of Inauguration Day
3 years, 11 months ago

Law enforcement braces for more extremist violence in DC and around the US ahead of Inauguration Day

CNN  

CNN — Calls for new protests in Washington, DC, and states across the country have law enforcement bracing for more possible violence in the coming days after rioters stormed the US Capitol last week leaving five people dead, including a Capitol Police officer. NPS said it also “may institute temporary closures of public access to roadways, parking areas and restrooms …

Democrats Gain Momentum In Push To Impeach Trump Over Capitol Mob Attack
3 years, 11 months ago

Democrats Gain Momentum In Push To Impeach Trump Over Capitol Mob Attack

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING WASHINGTON - Democratic-led efforts to impeach U.S. President Donald Trump for a historic second time gained momentum over the weekend, although it looked far from certain whether enough Republicans would back the move with just days left in his term. Supporters of President Donald Trump storm the Capitol building in Washington, U.S., January 6, 2021 in this …

Video shows what Donald Trump was doing moments before Capitol seige attempt by his supporters
3 years, 11 months ago

Video shows what Donald Trump was doing moments before Capitol seige attempt by his supporters

India TV News  

The January 6 US capitol seige attempt by Trump supporters, upset with the loss, has been condemned by the world. Through actions such as several arrests, suspension of President Donald Trump's Twitter accounts, others have been taken, the strain on America's Democracy will not be washed away so soon, so easily. While there have been talks of impeaching Donald Trump …

Photos: Aftermath of US Capitol breach
3 years, 11 months ago

Photos: Aftermath of US Capitol breach

Hindustan Times  

Photos: Aftermath of US Capitol breach Scenes from the Capitol the day after hundreds of Trump supporters stormed the building seeking to overturn the election result.. 1 / 11 Workers install heavy-duty security fencing around the US Capitol a day after supporters of U.S. President Donald Trump stormed the premises in Washington, DC. 3 / 11 Workers clean damage near …

As Inauguration Nears, Concern Of More Violence Grows
3 years, 11 months ago

As Inauguration Nears, Concern Of More Violence Grows

NPR  

As Inauguration Nears, Concern Of More Violence Grows Enlarge this image toggle caption Al Drago/Getty Images Al Drago/Getty Images The violence at the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday was unprecedented in modern U.S. history — but some pro-Trump extremists are promising it was just a taste of things to come. Various virtual fliers circulating on social media promise an "armed march" …

Public Condemns Pro-Trump Capitol Rioters, But Many Republicans Say They 'Had A Point'
3 years, 11 months ago

Public Condemns Pro-Trump Capitol Rioters, But Many Republicans Say They 'Had A Point'

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Americans are broadly united in opposing the pro-Donald Trump mob that stormed the U.S. Capitol this week, a new HuffPost/YouGov survey finds. Just 14% of the public, including 27% of Republicans, say they felt that the Trump supporters storming the Capitol represented people like them. In answering a separate question, 22% of Republicans say the actions of …

US Capitol chaos: Donald Trump faces calls for removal, possible impeachment after violence
3 years, 11 months ago

US Capitol chaos: Donald Trump faces calls for removal, possible impeachment after violence

Hindustan Times  

President Donald Trump faced the threat on Thursday of a second impeachment, a day after his supporters breached the U.S. Capitol in a stunning assault on American democracy as Congress was certifying President-elect Joe Biden’s victory. defend democracy" rally a day after supporters of U.S. President Donald Trump stormed the Capitol in the Brooklyn borough of New York City, New …

Day after egging on US Capitol rioters, Donald Trump appeals for 'healing' and pledges smooth transition of power
3 years, 11 months ago

Day after egging on US Capitol rioters, Donald Trump appeals for 'healing' and pledges smooth transition of power

Firstpost  

In a video message aiming to calm tensions after his supporters stormed the US Capitol, Trump voiced outrage at the clashes that left at least four dead Washington: US President Donald Trump appealed for “healing and reconciliation” Thursday following unprecedented scenes of violence at the US Capitol, pledging a smooth transition of power to President-elect Joe Biden. In a video …

US Capitol police officer dies of injuries in riot by Donald Trump supporters
3 years, 11 months ago

US Capitol police officer dies of injuries in riot by Donald Trump supporters

India Today  

A US Capitol police officer has died of injuries suffered during a riot led by supporters of President Donald Trump. In an unprecedented assault on democracy in the US, thousands of supporters of outgoing President Trump stormed the Capitol building on Thursday and clashed with police. President Donald Trump condemned the violent supporters who stormed the US Capitol, saying they …

Watch: Donald Trump, son and team party moments before Capitol Hill riots
3 years, 11 months ago

Watch: Donald Trump, son and team party moments before Capitol Hill riots

India Today  

The siege of Capitol Hill in the US capital Washington DC by the supporters of outgoing President Donald Trump has shaken the entire world. While the Republicans and Democrats, along with world leaders, have condemned the ‘attack on democracy’, a video has emerged which shows President Donald Trump’s team dancing in joy moments before the riots on Wednesday. The video, …

In pictures: Chaos, violence, mockery as pro-Trump mob occupies U.S. Capitol
3 years, 11 months ago

In pictures: Chaos, violence, mockery as pro-Trump mob occupies U.S. Capitol

The Hindu  

A violent mob loyal to President Donald Trump stormed the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday and forced lawmakers into hiding, in a stunning attempt to overturn America’s Presidential election, undercut the nation’s democracy and keep Democrat Joe Biden from replacing Mr. Trump in the White House. Supporters of U.S. President Donald Trump climb on walls at the U.S. Capitol. An explosion …

U.S. Capitol breach | Joe Biden places blame for violence on Donald Trump
3 years, 11 months ago

U.S. Capitol breach | Joe Biden places blame for violence on Donald Trump

The Hindu  

President-elect Joe Biden on Thursday denounced the rioters who stormed the U.S. Capitol as “domestic terrorists” and he blamed President Donald Trump for the violence that has shaken the nation's capital and beyond. In pictures: Chaos, violence, mockery as pro-Trump mob occupies U.S. Capitol The protest by Mr. Trump supporters that breached the security of Congress on Wednesday was “not …

Photos: Trump supporters storm US Capitol
3 years, 11 months ago

Photos: Trump supporters storm US Capitol

Hindustan Times  

Photos: Trump supporters storm US Capitol Unprecedented scenes unfolded in the heart of America after thousands of President Donald Trump's supporters stormed the US Capitol in Washington, DC in an attempt to stop a peaceful transition of power. The violence erupted after Trump supporters breached the Capitol and clashed with police on January 6, resulting in the death of four …

Chaos, violence, mockery as pro-Trump mob occupies Congress
3 years, 11 months ago

Chaos, violence, mockery as pro-Trump mob occupies Congress

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — “Where are they?” a Trump supporter demanded in a crowd of dozens roaming the halls of the Capitol, bearing Trump flags and pounding on doors. The pro-Trump mob took over the presiding officer’s chair in the Senate, the offices of the House speaker and the Senate dais, where one yelled, “Trump won that election.” They mocked its leaders, …

Why Did Nobody Protect the US Capitol? Police Draw Wrath as 4 Dead in Attack by Pro-Trump Mob
3 years, 11 months ago

Why Did Nobody Protect the US Capitol? Police Draw Wrath as 4 Dead in Attack by Pro-Trump Mob

News 18  

As the world watched in horror the violence in the US’s Capitol Hill, where four people were killed, security experts in the US questioned the police over its failure to stop the incident that led to the deaths of at least four persons. The US Capitol Police force was caught unprepared by a mob of pro-Trump extremists in a failure …

USA: Frenzied supporters of Trump attack media outside Capitol Hill
3 years, 11 months ago

USA: Frenzied supporters of Trump attack media outside Capitol Hill

Op India  

The supporters of the outgoing US President Donald Trump have wreaked havoc in the nation’s capital leaving four people dead. The police in Washington DC, have arrested as many as 52 people after supporters of US President Donald Trump stormed the Capitol Hill building and disrupted electoral count. Many videos have surfaced on Twitter, where the protestors, amidst “go back” …

US Capitol siege: Donald Trump supporters occupy Congress, vandalise Nancy Pelosi's office; at least four dead in riots
3 years, 11 months ago

US Capitol siege: Donald Trump supporters occupy Congress, vandalise Nancy Pelosi's office; at least four dead in riots

Firstpost  

The pro-Trump mob took over the presiding officer’s chair in the Senate, the offices of the House speaker and the Senate dais, where one yelled, ‘Trump won that election’ Washington: “Where are they?” a Trump supporter demanded in a crowd of dozens roaming the halls of the Capitol, bearing Trump flags and pounding on doors. The pro-Trump mob took over …

How the Chaos Unfolded as Pro-Trump Mob Stormed US Capitol Leading to 4 Deaths
3 years, 11 months ago

How the Chaos Unfolded as Pro-Trump Mob Stormed US Capitol Leading to 4 Deaths

News 18  

Congress moved late Wednesday toward confirming President-elect Joe Biden’s victory after a mob of loyalists, urged on by President Donald Trump, stormed and occupied the Capitol, disrupting the final electoral count in a shocking display of violence that shook the core of American democracy. Outside the building, they erected a gallows, punctured the tires of a police SUV and left …

Capitol riot photos: what I saw inside the building when pro-Trump rioters took over.
54 years, 11 months ago

Capitol riot photos: what I saw inside the building when pro-Trump rioters took over.

Slate  

When Donald Trump told gathered supporters in D.C. Wednesday afternoon that “we’re going to walk down Pennsylvania Avenue, and we’re going to the Capitol,” they didn’t wait. I paid for this.” At one point, I’m pretty sure I saw Gavin McInnes, the Proud Boys founder, strolling around inside in military-style gear. Others seemed to notice too: I heard murmurs of …

US Capitol Building Siege: Know Why & How The Attack Started
3 years, 11 months ago

US Capitol Building Siege: Know Why & How The Attack Started

ABP News  

Interrupting the process of affirming Joe Biden’s presidential election victory, angry protesters President Donald Trump stormed the US Capitol, resulting in a clash with the police. Incited by President Trumps speech outside the White House Grounds, the protesters outside turned into a mob which bust through the barriers meagerly installed outside the Capitol Building. Pro-Trump Supporters Storm Capitol Building In …

4 dead, 52 arrested after Donald Trump supporters storm US Capitol
3 years, 11 months ago

4 dead, 52 arrested after Donald Trump supporters storm US Capitol

Live Mint  

The chaotic and violent scene unfolded at the US Capitol as supporters of President Donald Trump swarmed the building to protest the Electoral College vote. Instagram blocks Donald Trump account Social media giants Twitter, Facebook and Instagram on Wednesday have blocked US President Donald Trump from posting on their platforms as rioters attacked the US Capitol and violent protests broke …

Protesters swarm Statehouses across US; some evacuated
3 years, 11 months ago

Protesters swarm Statehouses across US; some evacuated

Associated Press  

SANTA FE, N.M. — Protesters backing President Donald Trump massed outside statehouses from Georgia to New Mexico on Wednesday, leading some officials to evacuate while cheers rang out at several demonstrations as a pro-Trump mob stormed the U.S. Capitol. Hundreds of people gathered in state capitals nationwide to oppose President-elect Joe Biden’s win, waving signs saying “Stop the steal” and …

In Pictures: The storming of the US Capitol building
3 years, 11 months ago

In Pictures: The storming of the US Capitol building

Al Jazeera  

President Donald Trump’s supporters stormed a session of Congress held Wednesday to certify Joe Biden’s election win, triggering unprecedented chaos and violence at the heart of American democracy and accusations Trump was attempting a coup. Pledging not to be deterred, legislators resumed business after dark and the Senate soundly rejected the first of several expected challenges to Biden’s win, with …

30 arrested for curfew breach after US Capitol violence, rioting
3 years, 11 months ago

30 arrested for curfew breach after US Capitol violence, rioting

India Today  

As thousands of Trump supporters invaded the US Capitol and stormed the building indulging in violence and arson, police arrested 30 people for violating the curfew in Washington DC. On Wednesday, curfew had been imposed after thousands of supporters of President Donald Trump broke into the Capitol, halting the US Congress session on a day it convened to certify Joe …

Pro-Trump Crowd Turns Into Violent Mob, Breaches U.S. Capitol
3 years, 11 months ago

Pro-Trump Crowd Turns Into Violent Mob, Breaches U.S. Capitol

NPR  

Pro-Trump Crowd Turns Into Violent Mob, Breaches U.S. Capitol One of the most shocking parts of Wednesday's pro-Trump mob attack on the U.S. Capitol was just how quickly it all unfolded. STEVE INSKEEP, HOST: An assault on the United States Capitol failed to prevent the confirmation of Joe Biden as the next president. Early this morning, a little bit before …

Trump Condemns Capitol Hill Violence, Ignores His Role In Inciting The Mob
3 years, 11 months ago

Trump Condemns Capitol Hill Violence, Ignores His Role In Inciting The Mob

NPR  

Trump Condemns Capitol Hill Violence, Ignores His Role In Inciting The Mob Enlarge this image toggle caption Patrick Semansky/AP Patrick Semansky/AP Updated at 12:50 a.m. ET on Friday More than 24 hours after thousands of his supporters stormed the Capitol, President Trump on Thursday night condemned the violence in a video he posted on social media, calling it a "heinous …

Hours before dying, Trump supporter said 'nothing can stop us', then rioters stormed US Capitol
3 years, 11 months ago

Hours before dying, Trump supporter said 'nothing can stop us', then rioters stormed US Capitol

India Today  

The Trump supporter who was killed in police firing during the riots at the US Capitol on Thursday had tweeted hours before the riots and said “nothing will stop us”. The woman has been identified by the local media as ‘Ashli Babbit’ who is known as a veteran Trump supporter and was constantly tweeting about the Capitol riots. Metropolitan Police …

Protesters were called to Washington by Donald Trump in an unprecedented moment in US history
3 years, 11 months ago

Protesters were called to Washington by Donald Trump in an unprecedented moment in US history

ABC  

It is hard to fully describe the tension and anger unfolding here in Washington DC. Shortly after President Donald Trump ended his speech to the "Save America" rally, where he called for the crowd to march on Congress, riled up protesters stormed the Capitol Building. Thousands of people gathered to show their support for President Donald Trump and his claims …

Trump incited violence at Capitol with baseless lies, says Former US President Obama
3 years, 11 months ago

Trump incited violence at Capitol with baseless lies, says Former US President Obama

India Today  

Former US President Barack Obama said the storming of the US Capitol on Wednesday was incited by Republican President Donald Trump. “History will rightly remember today’s violence at the Capitol, incited by a sitting president who has continued to baselessly lie about the outcome of a lawful election, as a moment of great dishonor and shame for our nation,” Obama, …

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