How many people died during the Capitol riot?

How many people died during the Capitol riot?

The Capitol Complex was locked down and lawmakers and staff were evacuated, while rioters occupied and vandalized the building for several hours. Five people died either shortly before, during, or shortly after the event: one was shot by Capitol Police, one died of a drug overdose, and three succumbed to natural causes.

What happened at the US Capitol?

With building security breached, Capitol Police evacuated and locked down both chambers of congress and several buildings in the Capitol Complex. Rioters occupied and looted the empty Senate chamber while federal law enforcement officers defended the evacuated House floor.

Was DC rioter listed in FBI’s Terrorist Screening Database?

Dozens of people present in Washington, D.C. on the day, including some who took part in the riot, were found to be listed in the FBI’s Terrorist Screening Database, most as suspected white supremacists.

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Who attended Trump’s White House meetings?

In December Congressman Mo Brooks organized three White House meetings between Trump, Republican lawmakers, and others. Attendees included Trump, Vice President Pence, representatives Jody Hice (R-Ga.), Jim Jordan (R-Ohio), and Andy Biggs (R-Ariz.), representative-elect Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.), and members of the Trump legal team.

Will Kremer be at Trump’s January 6 rally?

On January 2, Trump retweeted a post by Kremer promoting the January 6 rally, adding that he would be there. From that point, although Kremer still held the permit, planning essentially passed to the White House. Trump discussed the speaking lineup and the music to be played at the event.

What happened at the Capitol on Capitol Hill?

Rioters occupied and looted the empty Senate chamber while federal law enforcement officers defended the evacuated House floor. Pipe bombs were found at the Democratic National Committee and the Republican National Committee, and Molotov cocktails were discovered in a vehicle near the Capitol.

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