In Pics | US Capital Violence That Attacked Democratic Process Blatantly With Entire World Watching
Members of the Swat team patrol and secure the Statuary Hall before US Vice President makes his way into the House Chamber, at the US Capitol. Confrontations between law enforcement officers and protesters have caused injuries from both sides. (Getty Image)
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View In AppMembers of law enforcement rest in the US Capitol in Washington D.C. The House and Senate resumed a politically charged debate over the legitimacy of the presidential election hours after a pro-Trump mob stormed the U.S. Capitol and drove lawmakers from their chambers. (Getty Image)
A protester argues with a Capitol Hill policeman as crowds gather outside the US Capitol for the Stop the Steal rally. Meanwhile 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. (Getty Image)
Capitol Hill police hold back protesters as crowds gather outside the U.S. Capitol for the Stop the Steal rally in Washington, DC after Trump supporters stormed the nation's capital today to protest the ratification of President-elect Joe Biden's Electoral College victory. (Getty Image)
Crowds gather outside the U.S. Capitol for the Stop the Steal rally in Washington, DC. Trump supporters gathered in the nation's capital to protest the ratification of President-elect Joe Biden's Electoral College victory over President Trump in the 2020 election. (Getty Image)Crowds gather outside the U.S. Capitol for the Stop the Steal rally in Washington, DC. Trump supporters gathered in the nation's capital to protest the ratification of President-elect Joe Biden's Electoral College victory over President Trump in the 2020 election. (Getty Image)
Police have arrested 30 people for violating a curfew imposed in Washington, D.C., after rioters stormed the US Capitol. Officials say the 30 people were arrested Wednesday evening after being found on the streets after the 6 pm (EST) curfew. (Image: AFP)
Violent protesters were seen smashing windows and occupying the House and Senate floors and various offices. (Image: AFP)
In a raucous, out-of-control scene, protesters fought past police and breached the building, shouting and waving Trump and American flags as they marched through the halls. (Image: AFP)
Four people died as supporters of President Donald Trump violently occupied the U.S. Capitol, the Associated Press reports. Washington, D.C., Police Chief Robert Contee said the dead on Wednesday included a woman who was shot by the U.S. Capitol Police, as well as three others who died in “medical emergencies.” (Image: AFP)
At least one explosive device has been found near the US Capitol amid a violent occupation of the building by supporters of President Donald Trump. Law enforcement officials said the device was no longer a threat Wednesday afternoon. Thousands of supporters of the president occupied the Capitol complex as lawmakers were beginning to tally the electoral votes that will formalize President-elect Joe Biden’s victory. I(mage: AFP)
Supporters of US President Donald Trump stand next to media equipment they destroyed during a protest on JAnuary 6, 2020 outside the Capitol in Washington, DC. Demonstrators breeched security and entered the Capitol as Congress debated the a 2020 presidential election Electoral Vote Certification. (Agnes BUN / AFP)
Trump supporters overturned barricades and clashed with police on the US Capitol grounds and streamed inside the building. (Image: AFP)
Thousands of Trump supporters breached security perimeters and entered the US Capitol as Congress was meeting, expected to vote and affirm Joe Biden’s presidential win. (Image: AFP)
People inside the building were told to shelter in place, and congressional leaders were taken off-site. Members of Congress were told that tear gas was being used in the Capitol Rotunda and that they should get ready to put on masks.. (Image: AFP)
National Guard troops along with other federal protective services eventually gained control of the scene, ushering people out of the Capitol. The House sergeant at arms informed lawmakers and staff after few hours that the Capitol had been cleared. (Image: AFP)
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