Some countries using Capitol riots to undermine democracy at home
The U.S. has long been a global beacon of democracy, but the assault on Capitol Hill is helping some foreign officials to undermine its influence.
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Some Capitol rioters identified as misinformation creates confusion
As the investigation into the Capitol Hill riot intensifies, officials are working to identify the individuals behind it.
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From Apple and Chase to the National Association of Manufacturers, strong words urging for a calmer transition to President-elect Biden.
GOP senator says he would "consider" impeachment articles
Sasse said that if the House undertakes the impeachment process, "I will definitely consider whatever articles they might move."
FBI offers reward for information on pipe bombs set during Capitol assault
The FBI is offering $50,000 for information "leading to the location, arrest, and conviction" of whoever is responsible.
David Becker on Trump's election challenges amid assault on Capitol
Despite the assault on the Capitol, Becker told "The Takeout" that this election "worked better than any election in history, and this is with the highest turnout we'd ever seen."
Pelosi demands Trump's removal from office in wake of Capitol attack
Pelosi said she is "calling on the vice president to remove this president by immediately invoking the 25th Amendment."
Capitol Police chief resigning after riot at U.S. Capitol
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Facebook bans Trump for the rest of his presidency
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Fears of new attacks after pro-Trump rioters breach Capitol
Law enforcement officials are concerned pro-Trump rioters may be planning more attacks in the city and on federal buildings.
Wall Street's reaction to Washington mayhem? Record highs
Despite the shocking political turbulence, investment pros expect the U.S. economy to have its best year in decades.
NAACP head slams police response to pro-Trump protest
NAACP President Derrick Johnson said police responded to Black Lives Matter protesters "as if they were criminals."
Police release photos of people sought for rioting in the Capitol
The images show people who stormed inside the building Wednesday.
Pressure builds for Trump to be removed from office
At least 90 Democrats are calling for the president to be stripping of his office following the crisis at the U.S. Capitol.
Police identify woman killed during riot at Capitol
The 35-year-old was killed amid chaos in the Capitol.
Airlines boost staffing and security after assault on Capitol
Flight attendants union says people who took part in the violence should be barred from planes.
Biden denounces disparate treatment of pro-Trump mob that attacked the Capitol
Mr. Biden condemned Mr. Trump for inciting the violence at the U.S. Capitol during an event to announce Merrick Garland as his pick for attorney general.
Capitol siege "was a total failure of security," former CIA leader says
"There is no doubt in my mind that if those were Black Lives Matter protesters yesterday breaking into the Capitol Building, there would be dozens and dozens of people dead today," Mike Morell said.
Schumer vows to fire Senate sergeant at arms by January 21
"It was appalling how ill-prepared the Congress was for these attacks," Schumer said Thursday at a press conference.
Shopify dumps Trump merchandise, citing violence violations
Deadly protests at the U.S. Capitol Building prompted the Canadian company to remove Trump-related merchandise.
D.C. mayor criticizes Capitol Police response to riots
"Obviously it was a failure or you would not have had police lines breached and people entering the building by breaking windows," Bowser said.
Foreign reaction to the "disgraceful scenes" at the U.S. Capitol
America's adversaries revelled and allies shook their heads in dismay at the assault on the heart of U.S. democracy on Wednesday.
Adam Kinzinger is first GOP congressman calling for invoking 25th Amendment to remove Trump
"The president is unfit, and the president is unwell," the Republican congressman said.
Lawmaker calls to remove House members who challenged election results
Bush will introduce a resolution to have House members who supported challenges to election results to be sanctioned and potentially expelled from office.
Twitter and Facebook lock Trump's accounts over video message
After supporters stormed the U.S. Capitol, Mr. Trump posted a video continuing to push false narratives about the election.
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