Concern for Capitol lockdown to become ‘significant spreading event’ after 3 lawmakers test positive
At least three House lawmakers have tested positive for COVID-19 after being locked down with several in a room during the violence siege on the U.S. Capitol, with some refusing to wear masks.
DC police officer recovering after being dragged down Capitol stairs amid chaos
A D.C. police officer is recovering after he was attacked and dragged down a set of stairs as a riot erupted on Capitol Hill last week in the District.
State capitols bolster security after FBI bulletin on nationwide armed protests
State capitols across the nation stepped up security Monday, deploying National Guard units, SWAT teams and extra police officers while several legislatures convened amid heightened safety concerns following last week's violence at the U.S. Capitol.
Rep. Schneider tests positive for COVID-19 after Capitol lockdown
A Democratic congressman from Illinois who was forced to go into lockdown during last week’s deadly siege at the Capitol announced Tuesday he has tested positive for COVID-19.
First Amendment expert breaks down what the protection means for social media giants
The First Amendment may be misinterpreted by some for protecting their speech in all manners, but really, it protects individuals from government censorship.
Twitter removes more than 70K QAnon-associated accounts following Trump ban
Twitter announced on Monday that it had deleted more than 70,000 accounts associated with the QAnon conspiracy theory following the permanent suspension of President Donald Trump’s account last week.
Capitol police officer dead by suicide after responding to Capitol riot
A 15-year veteran of the U.S. Capitol Police has taken his life after responding to Wednesday's deadly riot in the halls of Congress.
Chad Wolf, acting Homeland Security secretary, steps down after criticizing Trump over Capitol riot
Acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf is stepping down from his post, days after criticizing President Donald Trump over the riot at the U.S. Capitol.
Patriots coach Bill Belichick declines Presidential Medal of Freedom in wake of pro-Trump Capitol riot
New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick said on Monday night that he will not receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom, saying "remaining true to the people, team and country I love outweigh the benefits of any individual award."
Minneapolis investigating complaints that 2 employees attended D.C. rally
The City of Minneapolis is investigating after receiving complaints that two of its employees may have attended the rally in Washington D.C. that turned violent last week, according to a city spokesperson.
Walz: Family evacuated after threats made during last week's Capitol rally
Gov. Tim Walz said the threats against him by President Donald Trump loyalists at last week's "Storm the Capitol" rally in St. Paul prompted the Minnesota State Patrol to evacuate his son from the governor's mansion.
2 Capitol Police officers suspended after riot
Democratic Rep. Tim Ryan of Ohio says two U.S. Capitol Police officers have been suspended as a result of their actions during last week’s attack on the Capitol.
‘Lectern guy’ suspected in U.S. Capitol riot released from jail after Tampa court appearance
At least three people from Florida are facing charges following the U.S. Capitol riot, including a man from Parrish who was booked into Pinellas County jail over the weekend.
Best Buy ceases contributions to congresspeople who voted against election certification
Best Buy says it will stop providing campaign contributions to the members of Congress who voted against certification of the presidential election results.
US Capitol police officer dies of injuries sustained during pro-Trump riots, officials say
One day after supporters of President Donald Trump breached the U.S. Capitol building as Congress worked to count the Electoral College votes to certify president-elect Joe Biden's win, a Capitol police officer passed away due to injuries he sustained while on-duty during the riots.
US Capitol Police officer hailed as hero for diverting pro-Trump mob during riot
A US Capitol Police officer is being hailed as a hero after video shows him diverting a pro-Trump mob that breached the Capitol away from the Senate chamber.
FBI bulletin warns of nationwide armed protests leading up to Biden's inauguration
The FBI is warning of plans for armed protests at all 50 state capitals and in Washington in the days leading up to President-elect Joe Biden's inauguration.
US Capitol siege a more sinister attack than first appeared as videos emerge
The full extent of the assault on the U.S. Capitol is coming into sharper focus with countless smartphone videos emerging from the scene and more lawmakers recounting the chaos.
Trump faces ‘incitement of insurrection’ impeachment charge over deadly Capitol riot
A House resolution calling on Pence to invoke constitutional authority to remove Trump from office was blocked by Republicans. However, the full House is set to hold a roll call vote and it is expected to pass.
Washington Monument temporarily shutting down due to ‘credible threat’ following Capitol mayhem
The National Park Service is suspending tours of the Washington Monument through Jan. 24 after receiving "credible threats" in the wake of last week’s chaos on Capitol Hill.