***Live Updates*** U.S. Capitol Descends into Chaos on Day of Electoral College Certification
The U.S. Capitol has descended into chaos as Trump supporters at the March to Save America clashed with police.
Several crowds stormed barricades outside Congress, where lawmakers are convening to vote on the certification of the Electoral College of the 2020 presidential election. The Library of Congress has been evacuated amid violent clashes.
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All times Eastern.
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7:55 P.M.
#KUSINews has confirmed the identity of the woman shot and killed inside US Capitol.
More info: https://t.co/xW9Ssd9bKD pic.twitter.com/DS6zjFOdDF
— KUSI News (@KUSINews) January 7, 2021
7:54 P.M. Sen. Tom Cotton released the following statement on violence breaking out at the U.S. Capitol:
“Last summer, as insurrection gripped the streets, I called to send in the troops if necessary to restore order. Today, insurrectionists occupied our Capitol. Fortunately, the Capitol Police and other law-enforcement agencies restored order without the need for federal troops. But the principle remains the same: no quarter for insurrectionists. Those who attacked the Capitol today should face the full extent of federal law.
It’s past time for the president to accept the results of the election, quit misleading the American people, and repudiate mob violence. And the senators and representatives who fanned the flames by encouraging the president and leading their supporters to believe that their objections could reverse the election results should withdraw those objections. In any event, the Congress will complete its constitutional responsibilities tonight.”
7:48 P.M.
Leader McConnell will deliver remarks on the Senate floor at 8pm
— Doug Andres (@DougAndres) January 7, 2021
7:46 P.M.
JUST IN: Former Pres. Clinton: “The assault was fueled by more than four years of poison politics spreading deliberate misinformation, sowing distrust in our system, and pitting Americans against one another.” https://t.co/OVfPBBbo6w pic.twitter.com/mfpciz1o74
— ABC News (@ABC) January 7, 2021
7:36 P.M.
The two boxes containing the state electoral votes have now been returned to the Capitol. pic.twitter.com/j8YYEoTaag
— Kelly O’Donnell (@KellyO) January 7, 2021
7:35 P.M.
BREAKING: Stephanie Grisham, the first lady’s chief of staff and former White House press secretary, submitted letter of resignation over today’s violence on Capitol Hill – @albamonica
— NBC News (@NBCNews) January 7, 2021
First lady’s chief of staff and former WH press secretary Stephanie Grisham resigns over violent protests https://t.co/eRdMo4tpKN
— Ana Cabrera (@AnaCabrera) January 7, 2021
7:32 P.M.
I love much of what Trump has done but I’m placing a lot of blame on him for letting a march that he advertised turn into this utter embarrassment.
— Nicholas Sandmann (@N1ckSandmann) January 7, 2021
7:22 P.M.
JUST IN: RNC releases statement: “The members of the Republican National Committee strongly condemn the violence in and around the United States Capitol Building today in Washington, DC.” https://t.co/OVfPBBbo6w pic.twitter.com/JFzUb6RIho
— ABC News (@ABC) January 7, 2021
7:15 P.M.
Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers backpedals and says she has now decided she will vote to uphold the Electoral College results. She’s also called on the president to condemn and “put an end to this madness.” pic.twitter.com/sSOqNPq5Ks
— Erin Robinson (@ImErinRobinson) January 6, 2021
7:14 P.M.
Vice President @Mike_Pence has returned to the Senate. He never left the Capitol.@VP was in regular contact w/ House & Senate leadership, Cap Police, DOJ, & DoD to facilitate efforts to secure the Capitol & reconvene Congress.
And now we will finish the People’s business.
— Devin O’Malley (@VPPressSec) January 7, 2021
7:13 P.M.
.@RandPaul tells reporters he doesn’t expect another objection to the certification of electoral votes after the Arizona debate.
Before the storming of the Capitol, House and Senate R’s were expected to force debates and votes on at least two additional states – GA and PA.
— Ben Siegel (@bensiegel) January 7, 2021
7:07 P.M.
BREAKING: Twitter: “Future violations of the Twitter Rules, including our Civic Integrity or Violent Threats policies, will result in permanent suspension of the” president’s account.
— NBC News (@NBCNews) January 7, 2021
7:03 P.M.
The Senate will reconvene at 8pm to continue with the Electoral College vote tally, @Grace_Segers reports. @CBSNews
— Sara Cook (@saraecook) January 6, 2021
6:54 P.M.
#BREAKING Pelosi says Biden win certification to resume “tonight” once US Capitol secure pic.twitter.com/cRXJvYa2qG
— AFP News Agency (@AFP) January 6, 2021
6:42 P.M.
BREAKING: Illinois Gov. Pritzker: President Trump “poses a danger to our nation” and “he must be impeached and removed from office immediately.”
— NBC News (@NBCNews) January 6, 2021
6:36 P.M.
Acting Attorney General Jeffrey Rosen says the violent pro-Trump protest at the U.S. Capitol was an “intolerable attack on a fundamental institution” of democracy.
Former President George W. Bush says he watched the events in “disbelief and dismay.” https://t.co/K0rV1sKWkH— The Associated Press (@AP) January 6, 2021
6:34 P.M. Pelosi says certification vote will go on tonight.
BREAKING: Speaker Pelosi: “In consultation with Leader Hoyer and Whip Clyburn and after calls to the Pentagon, the Justice Department and the Vice President, we have decided we should proceed tonight at the Capitol once it is cleared for use.”
— NBC News (@NBCNews) January 6, 2021
— NBC News (@NBCNews) January 6, 2021
6:33 P.M. Twitter has deleted a new post from President Trump which read:
These are the things and events that happen when a sacred landslide election victory is so unceremoniously & viciously stripped away from great patriots who have been badly & unfairly treated for so long. Go home with love & in peace. Remember this day forever!
6:10 P.M. Ralph Northam declares curfew in Virginia, as well.
At the request of @AlexandriaVAGov and @ArlingtonVA, I am declaring a 6PM to 6AM curfew in these jurisdictions, with limited exceptions.
I am also issuing a State of Emergency in Virginia, so we can continue to respond.
— Ralph Northam (@GovernorVA) January 6, 2021
6:05 P.M.
JUST IN: Former Pres. George W. Bush: “It is a sickening and heartbreaking sight…I am appalled by the reckless behavior of some political leaders since the election and by the lack of respect shown today for our institutions, our traditions, and our law enforcement.” pic.twitter.com/3ikTuJmqZm
— Good Morning America (@GMA) January 6, 2021
6:03 P.M.
More news —> McConnell is telling members they should go back into the chamber tonight to project strength after today’s catastrophe, per two senior GOP sources familiar with his message
— Seung Min Kim (@seungminkim) January 6, 2021
5:53 P.M.
.@JoaquinCastrotx on @realdonaldtrump: “We need to consider removing him from office.” pic.twitter.com/eIeIrhJRdd
— Texas Tribune (@TexasTribune) January 6, 2021
5:51 P.M. NBC reports that the woman shot earlier in the Capitol building has died.
BREAKING: The woman has died, several law enforcement officials say – @PeteWilliamsNBC https://t.co/jE1Kpl3Sid
— NBC News (@NBCNews) January 6, 2021
5:50 P.M.
BREAKING: Facebook has removed the president’s video from its platform, @jolingkent reports.
Pres. Trump began the video by reiterating the lie that the election “was stolen.” https://t.co/2Dq0RmNCff
— NBC News (@NBCNews) January 6, 2021
5:43 P.M. CNN reports the Capitol building has been secured.
Sergeant at Arms has announced the U.S. Capitol building is now secure, according to press pool reporters
(via @kristin__wilson)— Ram Ramgopal (@RamCNN) January 6, 2021
5:35 P.M.
A flash lights up the front of the U.S. Capitol as a mob of Trump supporters control the steps of the building. pic.twitter.com/fulKu8FPzo
— NBC News (@NBCNews) January 6, 2021
5:14 P.M.
This is nuts. The Acting Secretary of Defense acknowledging that he and the Joint Chiefs Chairman did not discuss deploying the National Guard with President Trump – but rather with VP Pence and Congressional leaders. pic.twitter.com/b8gAT9bnSC
— Jamie Dupree (@jamiedupree) January 6, 2021
5:06 P.M.
U.S. Marshals Service is joining with other law enforcement agencies in supporting the U.S. Capitol Police during operations in Washington, DC, Marshals Service says.
— NBC News (@NBCNews) January 6, 2021
5:05 P.M.
.@SenDuckworth: “This is Donald Trump’s fault. He is truly responsible…I never in my entire adult life — serving first in the Army and now in the legislative branch — would imagine that it is a president of the United States of America who would be the one to incite violence” pic.twitter.com/iiS7v5Bu6m
— CBS News (@CBSNews) January 6, 2021
4:58 P.M.
Rep. Ilhan Omar says she will draw up articles of impeachment against Trump, amid violent protests in D.C.
https://t.co/GYlgMgyRde— CBS News (@CBSNews) January 6, 2021
4:53 P.M.
Acting Defense Sec. Miller: “We are prepared to provide additional support as necessary and appropriate as requested by local authorities. Our people are sworn to defend the constitution and our democratic form of government and they will act accordingly.”
— NBC News (@NBCNews) January 6, 2021
4:35 P.M. Twitter is blocking users from liking or retweeting President Donald Trump’s tweet video addressing rioters who stormed the U.S. Capitol.
4:30 P.M.
FBI SWAT team in Capitol complex pic.twitter.com/SCLDTlQ0g0
— Leigh Ann Caldwell (@LACaldwellDC) January 6, 2021
4:26 P.M.
Statement from Senator Josh Hawley:
Thank you to the brave law enforcement officials who have put their lives on the line. The violence must end, those who attacked police and broke the law must be prosecuted, and Congress must get back to work and finish its job
— Senator Hawley Press Office (@SenHawleyPress) January 6, 2021
4:17 P.M.
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) January 6, 2021
4:16 P.M.
.@realDonaldTrump plans to release a recorded video address shortly, a White House official tells me
— Jeff Mason (@jeffmason1) January 6, 2021
4:15 P.M.
President-elect Biden: “I call on President Trump to go on national television now — to fulfill his oath, and defend the Constitution, and demand an end to this siege” https://t.co/wTKxzqAo9U pic.twitter.com/IpFoGL71Ad
— CBS News (@CBSNews) January 6, 2021
3:59 P.M.
FBI official: “The FBI has been deployed to assist our U.S. Capitol Police partners as requested in protection of federal property and public safety.”
— NBC News (@NBCNews) January 6, 2021
3:55 P.M.
Fox News logo covered up on their D.C. HQ pic.twitter.com/U95TPrn5Et
— Andrew Beaujon (@abeaujon) January 6, 2021
3:54 P.M.
Rioter takes over Nancy Pelosi’s desk – Saul Loeb/Getty pic.twitter.com/OMC7B8zWIR
— Anthony Quintano (@AnthonyQuintano) January 6, 2021
3:53 P.M.
NEW: An explosive device is found at the RNC and the DNC is evacuated. @maggieNYT https://t.co/SaYXMUDo0G
— Geoff Pilkington (@geoffpilkington) January 6, 2021
3:45 P.M.
We are all entitled to peacefully protest. Violence is not a part of that. What’s happening in the Capitol right now must stop.
— Governor Kristi Noem (@govkristinoem) January 6, 2021
3:44 P.M.
— NBC News (@NBCNews) January 6, 2021
3:42 P.M.
.@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.
— Jonathan Martin (@jmartNYT) January 6, 2021
3:41 P.M.
Violence and mob rule is wrong and un-American, and it will not bring about election reform.
Today’s mayhem sets back any intelligent debate for a generation. Just stop it.
— Senator Rand Paul (@RandPaul) January 6, 2021
3:36 P.M.
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.
— Kayleigh McEnany (@PressSec) January 6, 2021
3:30 P.M.
My team and I are working closely with @MayorBowser, @SpeakerPelosi, and @SenSchumer to respond to the situation in Washington, D.C.
Per the Mayor’s request, I am sending members of the Virginia National Guard along with 200 Virginia State Troopers.
— Ralph Northam (@GovernorVA) January 6, 2021
3:29 P.M.
This, from @andyharnik: pic.twitter.com/Pvqyh0avzk
— Phil Mattingly (@Phil_Mattingly) January 6, 2021
3:28 P.M.
Mr. President @realDonaldTrump the men & women of law enforcement are under assault. It is crucial you help restore order by sending resources to assist the police and ask those doing this to stand down.
— Marco Rubio (@marcorubio) January 6, 2021
3:27 P.M.
From colleague Lillian LeCroy: Fox News has learned that a shooting victim was transported from the US Capitol about 30 minutes ago. No other details yet.
— Chad Pergram (@ChadPergram) January 6, 2021
3:26 P.M.
American Patriots – any security breach or disrespect to our law enforcement is unacceptable.
The violence must stop immediately. Please be peaceful. https://t.co/w170hIlRcb
— Ivanka Trump (@IvankaTrump) January 6, 2021
3:25 P.M.
The Defense Department has received a request from the US Capitol Police for additional DC National Guard forces, but a decision has not been made whether to send resources…
—@barbarastarrcnn reports
— Josh Campbell (@joshscampbell) January 6, 2021
3:19 P.M.
The Senate pic.twitter.com/ooJZ6qNATe
— Steven Nelson (@stevennelson10) January 6, 2021
Photo of Senate right now. ‘Where’s Pence, show yourself!’ protester shouts pic.twitter.com/xGVKMnsf3T
— Steven Nelson (@stevennelson10) January 6, 2021
3:18 P.M.
Violence in any form is unacceptable. NO one has the right to attack ANY federal institution regardless of motivation. Violent opportunists at the US Capitol grounds must be held accountable. We have a proud history of resolving our differences through peaceful means.
— Acting Secretary Chad Wolf (@DHS_Wolf) January 6, 2021
3:14 P.M.
Those storming the Capitol need to stop NOW.
The Constitution protects peaceful protest, but violence—from Left or Right— is ALWAYS wrong.
And those engaged in violence are hurting the cause they say they support.
— Ted Cruz (@tedcruz) January 6, 2021
3:13 P.M.
I am asking for everyone at the U.S. Capitol to remain peaceful. No violence! Remember, WE are the Party of Law & Order – respect the Law and our great men and women in Blue. Thank you!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) January 6, 2021
3:12 P.M.
Incredible Getty photos from inside the Capitol pic.twitter.com/IN2rRcsOg5
— David Mack (@davidmackau) January 6, 2021
3:11 P.M.
Photo from inside the House chamber by @AP pic.twitter.com/rRlcRbBwYl
— Anthony Quintano (@AnthonyQuintano) January 6, 2021
3:10 P.M.
Guns drawn inside the House of Representatives. pic.twitter.com/Ddc1xYBp1t
— Michael D. Shear (@shearm) January 6, 2021
3:09 P.M.
I’ve just learned the Georgia Secretary of State’s Office is closed right now and Sec. Brad Raffensperger has been evacuated for safety. @FOX5Atlanta
— Claire Simms (@Claire_FOX5) January 6, 2021
3:08 P.M.
Kevin McCarthy has called into Fox: “This is so un-American. …Anyone involved in this, if you’re hearing me, hear me loud and clear – this is not the American way. This is not protected by the First Amendment. This must stop now.”
— Jonathan Easley (@JonEasley) January 6, 2021
3:06 P.M.
MSNBC just showed video of a bloodied woman on a stretcher being taken from the Capitol
(I won’t show the video but here’s a still) pic.twitter.com/uVM8Kb0emN
— philip lewis (@Phil_Lewis_) January 6, 2021
3:06 P.M.
Secret Service and Federal Protective Services are responding to the U.S. Capitol to assist U.S. Capitol Police.
— Diane Macedo (@dianermacedo) January 6, 2021
3:05 P.M.
Police detain protesters outside the House chamber. pic.twitter.com/sP8suhZVcJ
— NBC News (@NBCNews) January 6, 2021
3:03 P.M.
BREAKING: Protesters are on the Senate floor now: pic.twitter.com/k4Q0ln8pZs
— Frank Thorp V (@frankthorp) January 6, 2021
2:59 P.M.
Video from the chamber. pic.twitter.com/UKF7MScHKN
— Matt Fuller (@MEPFuller) January 6, 2021
2:58 P.M.
Several people got on to a scaffolding outside Senate, took it to second floor, which looked like the area where McConnell’s office is located, and started banging on windows pic.twitter.com/IIZ21nkzFT
— Igor Bobic (@igorbobic) January 6, 2021
2:51 P.M.
NEW >> National Guard will be arriving at the Capitol shortly to control the situation, DC government confirms. Protesters are calling this “STORMING OF THE BASTILLE” #breaking @WUSA9 @CBSNews
— Mike Valerio (@MikevWUSA) January 6, 2021
2:50 P.M.
They’re in the chamber. One is up on the dais yelling “Trump won that election!” This is insane pic.twitter.com/p6CXhBDSFT
— Igor Bobic (@igorbobic) January 6, 2021
2:49 P.M.
People are smashing glass in the doors to the House chamber. Police have guns drawn and aimed at the door
— Jonathan Tamari (@JonathanTamari) January 6, 2021
2:48 P.M.
Confirming other reports: @SpeakerPelosi has requested National Guard troops to clear and secure the Capitol via request from the Capitol Police Board.
A D.C. government official tells me troops are on the way.— Mike DeBonis (@mikedebonis) January 6, 2021
2:47 P.M.
Crowd now trying to break down doors to House chamber!
— John Bresnahan (@bresreports) January 6, 2021
2:46 P.M.
NOW: lawmakers are being told to wear gas masks amid violence and tear gas being used in the #Capitol Rotunda
Fox News has learned @VP #Pence has been rushed out of the chamber
The Senate & House are now in recess amid protests #certification of the #ElectoralCollege
— Brooke Singman (@BrookeSingman) January 6, 2021
2:45 P.M.
This violence is unacceptable and needs to be met with the full force of the law.
God bless the Capitol Police who are keeping us safe.
— Tom Cotton (@TomCottonAR) January 6, 2021
2:44 P.M.
HOLY: TEAR gas has been used in the Rotunda.
Members are being told get gas masks under their seats.
— Olivia Beavers (@Olivia_Beavers) January 6, 2021
2:42 P.M.
Senators are being evacuated as protesters seeking to overturn an American election for Trump breach the Capitol building pic.twitter.com/h74xfhejBk
— Luke Broadwater ☀️ (@lukebroadwater) January 6, 2021
2:40 P.M.
Demonstrators are in National Statuary Hall — a chamber in the United States Capitol. pic.twitter.com/pkpEk0CKmz
— Steve Herman (@W7VOA) January 6, 2021
2:39 P.M.
“This is continuing to escalate here”: @krisvancleave reports as thousands of Trump supporters storm the U.S. Capitol. Tear gas is being used on the inaugural steps where Joe Biden is set to be sworn in two weeks from today https://t.co/wTKxzqAo9U pic.twitter.com/MeEzVBzzsQ
— CBS News (@CBSNews) January 6, 2021
2:38 P.M.
Please support our Capitol Police and Law Enforcement. They are truly on the side of our Country. Stay peaceful!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) January 6, 2021
2:34 P.M.
Message to people inside the Capitol: “Lock all doors if able. If unable, seek shelter or concealment. Remain calm and await further directions. I repeat… security threats security threats security threats inside the US Capitol”
— Chad Pergram (@ChadPergram) January 6, 2021
2:33 P.M.
BREAKING: DC Mayor Bowser has ordered a citywide curfew starting at 6 p.m. ET; essential workers are not included in the curfew if they are engaged in essential functions.
— NBC News (@NBCNews) January 6, 2021
2:30 P.M.
United States Capitol Police saved my life.
Attacks on law enforcement officers trying to do their jobs are never acceptable. Period.
We can passionately protest without being violent.
— Steve Scalise (@SteveScalise) January 6, 2021
2:26 P.M. Donald Trump Jr. tweeted about Trump supporters storming Capitol: “This is wrong and not who we are. Be peaceful and use your 1st Amendment rights, but don’t start acting like the other side. We have a country to save and this doesn’t help anyone.”
2:25 P.M. Vice President Mike Pence has been ushered out of Senate.
2:24 P.M.
LATEST: All U.S. Capitol buildings have now gone into lockdown https://t.co/laTpmzNC4M pic.twitter.com/g78oqJumci
— Bloomberg (@business) January 6, 2021
2:19 P.M.
Video of Capitol breakin. Trump protesters are demanding to see senators pic.twitter.com/w7jTNYAedd
— Steven Nelson (@stevennelson10) January 6, 2021
2:16 P.M.
Protestors have entered the Capitol. pic.twitter.com/dzaDGn5MoC
— Jazmine Ulloa (@jazmineulloa) January 6, 2021
1:53 P.M.
Every American has the right to peacefully protest.
But storming the US Capitol and attacking the brave men and women of the Capitol police force is wrong.
This is not who we are. pic.twitter.com/sRUMJleIEn
— Congressman Ken Buck (@RepKenBuck) January 6, 2021
1:46 P.M.
I just had to evacuate my office because of a pipe bomb reported outside. Supporters of the President are trying to force their way into the Capitol and I can hear what sounds like multiple gunshots. (1/2)
— Rep. Elaine Luria (@RepElaineLuria) January 6, 2021
I just had to evacuate my office because of a pipe bomb reported outside. Supporters of the President are trying to force their way into the Capitol and I can hear what sounds like multiple gunshots. (1/2)
— Rep. Elaine Luria (@RepElaineLuria) January 6, 2021
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