US Capitol Hill Siege HIGHLIGHTS: China Likens Riots To Hong Kong Protests, Netizens Say Karma
US Capitol Hill Siege HIGHLIGHTS: Congress finally certified the victory of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris on Wednesday night (US Time). The joint session commenced on Wednesday after thousands of Trump supporters stormed the Capitol building, deemed as the citadel of American democracy, on Wednesday afternoon, forcing proceedings to count Electoral College votes cast in the November 3, 2020 presidential election to halt.
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"Words like Karma', retribution' and deserving' were frequently mentioned in Chinese netizens' comments when they saw the latest episode of the US' real version of The House of Cards, said a report in the ruling Chinese Communist Party's English tabloid, the Global Times.
China likens US riots to Hong Kong pro-democracy protests; Netizens say Karma'
China on Thursday likened a mob assault on the US Capitol Hill to that of Hong Kong protesters' attack on the local legislative building in 2019 and questioned the contrasting reactions by the international community and the media, while the Chinese netizens cheered the incident in America with words like "Karma", "retribution" and "deserving".
"We have noted what has taken place in the US and we believe that the American people hope for a return to normal order as soon as possible," Foreign Ministry spokesperson Hua Chunying said at a media briefing here while responding to questions seeking China's response to the Capitol riots and Chinese social media reactions applauding the unprecedented violence.
China on Thursday likened a mob assault on the US Capitol Hill to that of Hong Kong protesters' attack on the local legislative building in 2019 and questioned the contrasting reactions by the international community and the media, while the Chinese netizens cheered the incident in America with words like "Karma", "retribution" and "deserving".
"We have noted what has taken place in the US and we believe that the American people hope for a return to normal order as soon as possible," Foreign Ministry spokesperson Hua Chunying said at a media briefing here while responding to questions seeking China's response to the Capitol riots and Chinese social media reactions applauding the unprecedented violence.
UK Home Secretary Priti Patel on Thursday held US President Donald Trump responsible for the "awful" scenes and violence at the Capitol Hill as his supporters stormed the Congress on Wednesday when a joint session was underway to certify the electoral college votes affirming the victory of President-elect Joe Biden.
Obama calls Capitol chaos 'dishonour, shame' for US
Former President of the United States Barack Obama has described the unprecedented chaos at the Capitol as "a moment of great dishonour" and "shame" for the nation.
"History will rightly remember today's violence at the Capitol, incited by a sitting president who has continued to baselessly lie about the outcome of a lawful election, as a moment of great dishonour and shame for our nation. But we'd be kidding ourselves if we treated it as a total surprise," Obama said in a statement posted on Twitter.
Former President of the United States Barack Obama has described the unprecedented chaos at the Capitol as "a moment of great dishonour" and "shame" for the nation.
"History will rightly remember today's violence at the Capitol, incited by a sitting president who has continued to baselessly lie about the outcome of a lawful election, as a moment of great dishonour and shame for our nation. But we'd be kidding ourselves if we treated it as a total surprise," Obama said in a statement posted on Twitter.
UK Home Secretary Priti Patel on Thursday held US President Donald Trump responsible for the "awful" scenes and violence at the Capitol Hill as his supporters stormed the Congress on Wednesday when a joint session was underway to certify the electoral college votes affirming the victory of President-elect Joe Biden.
Meanwhile, several cinema and music personalities, including Chris Evans, Mark Ruffalo, Cardi B, Richa Chadha, and Vir Das, have condemned the attack on the Capitol Hill in the US by thousands of supporters of President Donald Trump who clashed with police, calling it an act of "terror" and assault on democracy.
Accusing President Donald Trump of continuing to "fan rage and violence" by contending that the presidential election was invalid, Washington D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser said: "Persons are dissatisfied with judicial rulings and the findings of State Boards of Elections, and some persons can be expected to continue their violent protests through the inauguration."
Hong Kongers call US violence a setback for democracy
Hong Kong residents from across the political spectrum condemned mob violence at the US Capitol, 18 months after protesters stormed their own legislature to demand greater democracy, not the overthrow of election results.
Pro-democracy activists said America's reputation and democracy were damaged by Wednesday's violence, in which supporters of President Donald Trump smashed their way into the US Capitol in an attempt to overturn America's presidential election and keep Democrat Joe Biden from replacing Trump.
Hong Kong residents from across the political spectrum condemned mob violence at the US Capitol, 18 months after protesters stormed their own legislature to demand greater democracy, not the overthrow of election results.
Pro-democracy activists said America's reputation and democracy were damaged by Wednesday's violence, in which supporters of President Donald Trump smashed their way into the US Capitol in an attempt to overturn America's presidential election and keep Democrat Joe Biden from replacing Trump.
Accusing President Donald Trump of continuing to "fan rage and violence" by contending that the presidential election was invalid, Washington D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser said: "Persons are dissatisfied with judicial rulings and the findings of State Boards of Elections, and some persons can be expected to continue their violent protests through the inauguration."
Public emergency extended in Washington D.C. for 15 days
Washington D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser announced the extension of a public emergency in the American capital to 15 days imposed in the wake of the violent Capitol protests, until the day after President-elect Joe Biden's inauguration on January 20.
As per reports by the Xinhua News Agency, the mayor's latest order followed a citywide curfew from Wednesday night to Thursday morning in response to the Capitol chaos.
Washington D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser announced the extension of a public emergency in the American capital to 15 days imposed in the wake of the violent Capitol protests, until the day after President-elect Joe Biden's inauguration on January 20.
As per reports by the Xinhua News Agency, the mayor's latest order followed a citywide curfew from Wednesday night to Thursday morning in response to the Capitol chaos.
Trump finally concedes after Congress affirms Biden's win
"Even though I totally disagree with the outcome of the election, and the facts bear me out, nevertheless there will be an orderly transition on January 20th.
"I have always said we would continue our fight to ensure that only legal votes were counted.
"While this represents the end of the greatest first term in presidential history, it's only the beginning of our fight to Make America Great Again," Trump said in a statement which was posted on the social media by senior White House aide Don Scavino since Twitter and Facebook temporarily blocked the President.
"Even though I totally disagree with the outcome of the election, and the facts bear me out, nevertheless there will be an orderly transition on January 20th.
"I have always said we would continue our fight to ensure that only legal votes were counted.
"While this represents the end of the greatest first term in presidential history, it's only the beginning of our fight to Make America Great Again," Trump said in a statement which was posted on the social media by senior White House aide Don Scavino since Twitter and Facebook temporarily blocked the President.
Joe Biden's Win Certified!
After over 14 hours of counting, Congress has accepted the Electoral College result, which clears the way for Joe Biden to become president of the United States.
Joe Biden and Kamala Harris will take over their office on January 20th
After over 14 hours of counting, Congress has accepted the Electoral College result, which clears the way for Joe Biden to become president of the United States.
Joe Biden and Kamala Harris will take over their office on January 20th
JUST IN: US Congress formally certifies Joe Biden's election win
Congress adjourns joint session after Trump-backers object to Pennsylvania votes
The reconvened joint session of the US Congress to count and ratify President-elect Joe Biden's Electoral College votes, adjourned early Thursday when objections were raised by a Senator and a House of Representatives member to the ballots from Pennsylvania, dashing hopes that President Donald Trump's supporters chastised by the violent attack on the Capitol would stop trying to block the process.
The reconvened joint session of the US Congress to count and ratify President-elect Joe Biden's Electoral College votes, adjourned early Thursday when objections were raised by a Senator and a House of Representatives member to the ballots from Pennsylvania, dashing hopes that President Donald Trump's supporters chastised by the violent attack on the Capitol would stop trying to block the process.
Iran's Rouhani says Western democracy 'fragile, vulnerable' while senior Russian lawmaker Konstantin Kosachyov says 'US democracy 'limping on both feet'.
US Capitol Riots: 52 Arrested
Washington DC Police say 52 have been arrested, following the violence at the US Capitol, reports Reuters.
Washington DC Police say 52 have been arrested, following the violence at the US Capitol, reports Reuters.
FBI says it "is seeking information that will assist in identifying individuals who are actively instigating violence in #WashingtonDC," reports NBC News
All living former US presidents denounce the storming of the Capitol building: AFP
George W. Bush called out fellow Republicans for fueling the "insurrection," likening the situation to a "banana republic."
Barack Obama also blamed Republicans and Trump, "who has continued to baselessly lie about the outcome of a lawful election," he said in a statement.
George W. Bush called out fellow Republicans for fueling the "insurrection," likening the situation to a "banana republic."
Barack Obama also blamed Republicans and Trump, "who has continued to baselessly lie about the outcome of a lawful election," he said in a statement.
Emergency order in D.C. extended by two weeks
In the wake of the violent outbreak on Wednesday, Washington DC administration has announced that it will extend its emergency order for two more weeks, through the end of President Donald Trump's term.
In the wake of the violent outbreak on Wednesday, Washington DC administration has announced that it will extend its emergency order for two more weeks, through the end of President Donald Trump's term.
Four people killed in Capitol riots: US Media
Washington DC police have reportedly said that four people died during the violent pro-Trump riot in the city.
One woman, Air Force veteran Ashli Babbit, died after being shot when rioters forced their way into the Capitol building.
Washington DC police have reportedly said that four people died during the violent pro-Trump riot in the city.
One woman, Air Force veteran Ashli Babbit, died after being shot when rioters forced their way into the Capitol building.
US Senate rejects first objection to Biden certification after unrest
As per news agency AFP, the US Senate late Wednesday overwhelmingly rejected the objection by some Republican lawmakers to certifying Arizona's electoral vote for Joe Biden, after a riot by Donald Trump supporters forced a delay in the process.
As per news agency AFP, the US Senate late Wednesday overwhelmingly rejected the objection by some Republican lawmakers to certifying Arizona's electoral vote for Joe Biden, after a riot by Donald Trump supporters forced a delay in the process.
Trump ally Lindsey Graham says Biden is the legitimate President of the US
A number of Republican leaders and Cabinet officials have said that they believe US President Donald Trump should be removed from office before January 20, reports CNN
‘Orderly & Peaceful Transfer Of Power Must Continue,’ PM Modi Condemns Violence By Trump Supporters
“Distressed to see news about rioting and violence in Washington DC. Orderly and peaceful transfer of power must continue. The democratic process cannot be allowed to be subverted through unlawful protests,” PM Modi said in a tweet.
“Distressed to see news about rioting and violence in Washington DC. Orderly and peaceful transfer of power must continue. The democratic process cannot be allowed to be subverted through unlawful protests,” PM Modi said in a tweet.
Several Trump Aides Consider Resigning
Several of President Trump's top aides, including national security adviser Robert O'Brien, are considering resigning in the wake of his response to a pro-Trump mob breaching the US Capitol today, reports CNN
Several of President Trump's top aides, including national security adviser Robert O'Brien, are considering resigning in the wake of his response to a pro-Trump mob breaching the US Capitol today, reports CNN
Woman killed by gunfire in Capitol
A woman was killed in gunfire inside Capitol building after President Donald Trump's supporters stormed the building to disrupt the democratic functioning of Congress as it was in the middle of ratifying the election of Joe Biden as President and Kamala Harris as Vice President.
A woman was killed in gunfire inside Capitol building after President Donald Trump's supporters stormed the building to disrupt the democratic functioning of Congress as it was in the middle of ratifying the election of Joe Biden as President and Kamala Harris as Vice President.
Congress to certify Biden's presidential victory despite US Capitol attack
Despite the extremely chaotic situation at the US Capitol on Wednesday following violent protests by supporters of President Donald Trump, lawmakers in both parties and chambers said that Congress will continue the work of certifying President-elect Joe Biden's electoral victory in the evening.
"I have faced violent hatred before. I was not deterred then, and I will not be deterred now. Tonight, Congress will continue the business of certifying the electoral college votes," House Majority Whip James Clyburn said in a tweet.
Despite the extremely chaotic situation at the US Capitol on Wednesday following violent protests by supporters of President Donald Trump, lawmakers in both parties and chambers said that Congress will continue the work of certifying President-elect Joe Biden's electoral victory in the evening.
"I have faced violent hatred before. I was not deterred then, and I will not be deterred now. Tonight, Congress will continue the business of certifying the electoral college votes," House Majority Whip James Clyburn said in a tweet.
Trump urges supporters to 'go home' after US Capitol stormed amid demonstrations
US President Donald Trump urged his supporters to "go home" after some of them stormed the Capitol on Wednesday, where lawmakers were certifying Democrat Joe Biden's victory in the 2020 presidential election.
"You have to go home now. We have to have peace," Trump said in a video clip posted on Twitter. "We have to have law and order. We have to respect our great people in law and order. We don't want anybody hurt."
The President, however, continued to push claims of a "fraudulent" election, which had been dismissed by US courts at different levels due to a profound lack of evidence, the Xinhua news agency reported.
US President Donald Trump urged his supporters to "go home" after some of them stormed the Capitol on Wednesday, where lawmakers were certifying Democrat Joe Biden's victory in the 2020 presidential election.
"You have to go home now. We have to have peace," Trump said in a video clip posted on Twitter. "We have to have law and order. We have to respect our great people in law and order. We don't want anybody hurt."
The President, however, continued to push claims of a "fraudulent" election, which had been dismissed by US courts at different levels due to a profound lack of evidence, the Xinhua news agency reported.
United States: "At President Donald Trump's direction, National Guard is on the way along with other federal protective services," tweets White House Press Secretary Kayleigh McEnan
Biden condemns the violent takeover
US President-elect Joe Biden condemned what he called "insurrection" at the US Capitol, after protesters broke into the building and forced proceedings to formally count the Electoral College votes to halt.
US President-elect Joe Biden condemned what he called "insurrection" at the US Capitol, after protesters broke into the building and forced proceedings to formally count the Electoral College votes to halt.
Background
US Capitol Hill Siege LIVE Updates: In an "unprecedented assault" on democracy in America, thousands of angry supporters of President Donald Trump stormed the US Capitol and clashed with police, resulting in casualty and multiple injuries and interrupting a constitutional process to affirm Joe Biden's victory in the presidential election.
However, US lawmakers reconvened to certify Electoral College votes after the violence at the US Capitol in Washington DC.
US President-elect Joe Biden condemned what he called "insurrection" at the US Capitol, after protesters broke into the building and forced proceedings to formally count the Electoral College votes to halt.
In wake of violent protests at US Capitol, Stephanie Grisham, Chief of Staff for US First Lady Melania Trump, resigned.
A look at what happened: The police, outnumbered by the maskless protesters, had a tough time in managing the mob, as hundreds of protesters breached security and entered the Capitol building on Wednesday, where members of the Congress were going through the process of counting and certifying the Electoral College votes. Both the House and Senate and the entire Capitol were placed under a lockdown. Vice President Mike Pence and lawmakers were evacuated to safe locations.
One woman who was shot inside US Capitol has died, CNN reported, quoting a spokesperson with the Metropolitan Police Department. Multiple officers were injured during the mob attack.
The protesters at the Capitol started to disperse following the enforcement of curfew in the national capital. However, dozens of protesters remained on the streets in defiance of the curfew.
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