Police identify woman killed during riot at Capitol
The 35-year-old was killed amid chaos in the Capitol.
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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.
Analysis: Capitol chaos has wide-ranging effects
Disruptions by violent protesters Wednesday at the U.S. Capitol delayed the final count of Electoral College votes for hours, but the joint session of Congress affirmed President-elect Joe Biden's win early Thursday. CBS News senior political analyst and 60 Minutes correspondent John Dickerson discusses with CBSN's Tanya Rivero the incident's ramifications for the U.S. both at home and abroad.
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.
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.
Former CIA leader on failed police response
The assault on the U.S. Capitol has sparked major security concerns about the police response and domestic terrorism. CBS News senior security contributor and former acting director of the CIA Michael Morell 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." He joins CBSN to discuss.
Lawmakers in dramatic photo of Capitol siege recount scene
"There was chaos and confusion," Rep. Susan Wild said. "I had never been in a situation like that."
West Virginia state lawmaker records himself storming U.S. Capitol
Republican Derrick Evans is shown wearing a helmet and clamoring at the door of the Capitol to breach the building.
Inside the Senate chamber as rioters stormed the Capitol
A first-person account of the evacuation of the Senate as rioters stormed the Capitol.
Photos show contrast in police response to BLM and Capitol protests
Images of the assault on the Capitol and of racial justice protests show a stark contrast in police responses.
Trump pledges "orderly transition" after Congress affirms Biden win
President didn't concede but his statement was as close as he's come to conceding an election he falsely insists was stolen,
Capitol secured after assault from Trump supporters
The chaos erupted shortly after President Trump gave a speech once again falsely claiming to have won a second term.
4 dead after Trump supporters storm U.S. Capitol
One woman was fatally shot and three others suffered "medical emergencies," police said.
Senator Graham on Biden: "He won!"
During a joint session of Congress, Republican Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina, a close ally of President Trump, told his colleagues that President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris were lawfully elected. HIs comments came after a day of violent turmoil by pro-Trump supporters who swarmed the U.S. Capitol to disrupt the electoral college vote. Watch Graham's remarks.
Pence on Capitol chaos: "Violence never wins"
Vice President Mike Pence addressed a joint session of Congress hours after thousands of protesters stormed the U.S. Capitol as lawmakers worked on counting electoral votes in the 2020 election. Watch his remarks here.
Twitter freezes Trump's account
CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe and CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett join "CBS Evening News" anchor Norah O'Donnell to discuss how social media has come under fire in wake of President Trump's posts to his supporters regarding the violent protests at the U.S. Capitol.
Pelosi urges Congress to reconvene hours after protests
Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi said Wednesday night that lawmakers and staff should remain at the U.S. Capitol to carry out the counting of the Electoral College votes. Nancy Cordes reports from Capitol Hill.
Congressman: "This is banana republic territory"
Congressman Mike Gallagher compared the assault on the U.S. Capitol by pro-Trump protesters to what he saw in Iraq while serving in the military. The Wisconsin Republican said the unrest was a consequence of members of his party vowing to object to the Electoral College in Congress. Gallagher spoke with CBS News correspondents Major Garrett and Ed O'Keefe during a CBS News Special Report.
"Whatever it takes": Lawmakers vow to finish counting electoral votes after assault on Capitol
"Tonight, Congress will continue the business of certifying the electoral college votes," Congressman Jim Clyburn, Democrat of South Carolina, tweeted.
U.S. markets remain resilient despite assault on Capitol
Dow closes at record high, buoyed by hopes for more coronavirus relief following Senate wins for Democrats.
Biden: "Our democracy is under unprecedented assault"
President-elect Joe Biden addressed the nation after pro-Trump protesters stormed the U.S. Capitol building. "I call on this mob to pull back," Mr. Biden said. "It's not a protest, it's insurrection." Watch his full remarks in this CBS News Special Report.
Protesters clash with police inside Capitol
Pro-Trump protesters stormed the U.S. Capitol and clashed with police inside the building as members of Congress suspended their joint session and evacuated. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes says there are also reports of shots being fired. Watch this portion of CBS News Special Report coverage.
Special Report: U.S. Capitol on lockdown
Supporters of President Trump stormed barricades and confronted police at the Capitol on Wednesday, shortly after Mr. Trump gave a speech once again falsely claiming to have won a second term. CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe and chief Washington correspondent Major Garett join "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell in this Special Report from Washington, D.C.
Air traffic controllers receive chilling threat
"We are flying a plane into the Capitol on Wednesday. Solemani will be avenged," the threat said.
Biden and Harris to be sworn in at Capitol, but public urged to stay home
The inaugural committee said in a statement that it urged the public not to travel to attend the inauguration in January.
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