Category: Capitol

Shots Reportedly Fired in US Capitol as Trump Urges Peace After Protesters Breach Building

Shots were reportedly fired inside the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday after protesters entered the building. A joint session of Congress was interrupted by dozens of people dressed in pro-Trump apparel, who brushed past U.S. Capitol police. Several were able to gain access to the House and Senate chambers, where lawmakers had been escorted out moments…


One Person Shot in US Capitol After Protesters Breach Building

Shots were fired inside the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday after protesters entered the building. A person was shot inside the building, Washington Mayor Muriel Bowser and Police Chief Robert Contee III told reporters at a press conference. They didn’t share more details. The Metropolitan Police Department referred comment to the U.S. Capitol police, which didn’t…


Trump Urges Supporters to ‘Stay Peaceful’ after Capitol Breached by Protesters

President Donald Trump has urged supporters to “stay peaceful” after Congress was forced to go into lockdown amid clashes between protesters and police at the Capitol Building. “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…


Protesters Breach Capitol Building, Vote Objection Deliberations On Hold

People waving American flags expressing support for President Donald Trump have broken through barriers and overwhelmed Capitol police, crowding inside the Capitol building, where both chambers were deliberating over objections to the electoral votes from the presidential election. The deliberations have been put on hold and lawmakers have been evacuated. Shots have been reported inside…