When the electoral college certification started on Wednesday, we knew it was going to be a testy time in Congress. But no one could have imagined the scenes that would
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.@MittRomney summoned me as lawmakers and press arrived at a secure location
“This is what the president has caused today, this insurrection,” he said w fury in his voice.
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Today’s mayhem sets back any intelligent debate for a generation. Just stop it.
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At President @realDonaldTrump’s direction, the National Guard is on the way along with other federal protective services.
We reiterate President Trump’s call against violence and to remain peaceful.
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My team and I are working closely with @MayorBowser, @SpeakerPelosi, and @SenSchumer to respond to the situation in Washington, D.C.
What I saw as a journalist reporting on the Capitol Building siege
7 January 2021 • 1:52pm
As I stood outside the White House grounds at 6am, queuing to collect my press pass for Donald Trump s rally, it was clear that the day would not end peacefully.
Despite the early hour and the chilly January weather, a steady stream of Trump supporters was already filling the streets.
Some had clearly come prepared for combat: clad in riot gear and clutching megaphones. Others carried large flag poles with messages like stop the steal - a reference to Mr Trump s claims the election was stolen from him.