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Heightened security has remained a feature around the U.S. Capitol since the Jan. 6 riot. Capitol Police officers are now taking part in an initiative focused on healing trauma.

New Program Helps Capitol Police Deal With Trauma From The Insurrection

Apr 25, 2021
Ohio Rep. Tim Ryan and Dr. Jim Gordon of the Center for Mind-Body Medicine in Washington, D.C., talked jointly about a new Capitol Police initiative focused on healing trauma.
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Law
Police officers try to push back President Donald Trump supporters trying to break through a police barrier, Jan. 6 at the Capitol in Washington. Two U.S. Capitol police officers have sued Trump for allegedly inciting the mob that attacked them that day.

2 Capitol Police Officers Sue Trump For Injuries Sustained During Jan. 6 Riot

Mar 31, 2021
Two U.S. Capitol police officers argue former President Donald Trump is responsible for the injuries they received during the Jan. 6 riots at the Capitol.
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Ethan Nordean, with bullhorn, leads members of the far-right group Proud Boys before the riot at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6. The self-described sergeant-at-arms of the Seattle Proud Boys is facing federal charges over his role in the attack.

Prosecutors: Proud Boys Gave Leader 'War Powers,' Planned Ahead For Capitol Riot

Mar 02, 2021
A federal court filing details how Ethan Nordean allegedly recruited members and raised money ahead of the Jan. 6 attack, which prosecutors say he helped coordinate and lead.
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Capitol Insurrection Updates
A demonstrator wears an Oath Keepers anti-government organization badge on a tactical vest during a protest outside the Supreme Court in Washington, D.C., on Jan. 5, 2021.

Justice Department Charges Suspected Oath Keepers In Plot To Attack The Capitol

Feb 19, 2021
The Justice Department charged six more members of a far-right militia group for allegedly plotting ahead of the Jan. 6 Capitol insurrection. At least three others were already charged from the group.
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Capitol Insurrection Updates
Supporters of former President Donald Trump protest as U.S. Capitol Police officers shoot tear gas during the assault on the Capitol Jan. 6.

Capitol Police Suspends 6 Officers, Investigates Dozens More After Capitol Riots

Feb 19, 2021
The U.S. Capitol Police has suspended six officers with pay for their actions during the Capitol riots on January 6. A further 29 officers are under investigation.
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Technology
Parler, a social media network embraced by right-wing users, announced its relaunch, a month after it was dropped by app stores and its Web host in the wake of the Capitol riot.

After Weeks Of Being Offline, Parler Finds A New Web Host

Feb 15, 2021
The conservative social network is relaunching under new leadership and on new technology, a month after being de-platformed. It says it will not rely on Big Tech for its operations.
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Judge In Las Vegas: 2 To Stay In US Custody In Capitol Riot Case

Feb 02, 2021

LAS VEGAS (AP) — A judge in Nevada ordered two men who were arrested in Las Vegas last week and accused of violence at the U.S. Capitol to remain in federal custody while they're transferred to Washington, D.C., to face criminal charges.

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After Months Of Demonstrations At Nevada’s Capitol, Officials Prepare For Possible Armed Protests

Jan 15, 2021

Officials are bracing for a series of armed protests through next week after the

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More Chaos This Weekend In Nevada From Trump Supporters?

Jan 15, 2021

In Nevada, an armed protest is planned in Carson City this weekend in support of President Donald Trump and his claims that he did, indeed, win the general election and only through massive voter f

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National Security
Enhanced security measures, including razor wire atop a security fence surrounding the U.S. Capitol, are being implemented across the nation in preparation for next week's Presidential inauguration.

Strict Security Measures In Place Across The Nation Ahead Of Inauguration Day

Jan 15, 2021
The FBI is monitoring "concerning online chatter" about events surrounding Inauguration Day, heightening security concerns ahead of President-elect Joe Biden's swearing in.
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Arizona Man Arrested After Capitol Riot Faces More Charges

Jan 14, 2021

Additional criminal charges have been filed against an Arizona man who authorities say took part in the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol while sporting face paint, and a furry hat with horns.

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Las Vegas Police Probe Allegations Of Officers At Capitol Riot

Jan 14, 2021

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Las Vegas police are investigating allegations that some department employees participated in the deadly siege at the U.S. Capitol last week.

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Nevada Members Vote Along Party Lines On Trump Impeachment

Jan 14, 2021

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Nevada's three Democrats in the U.S. House voted Wednesday to impeach President Donald Trump over the deadly insurrection at the Capitol, while the state's lone Republican in the House voted against impeachment.

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Politics
State-level Republican parties are blasting GOP members such as Rep. John Katko of New York for voting in favor of impeaching President Trump on Wednesday.

State Republican Parties Blast Members Of GOP Who Voted To Impeach Trump

Jan 14, 2021
The decision by 10 representatives to split from their party could mean political blowback with their state's Republican Party come the next election.
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Insurrection At The Capitol: Live Updates
YouTube is the latest social media company to shut down President Trump's account following the riots at the U.S. Capitol.

YouTube Joins Twitter, Facebook In Taking Down Trump's Account After Capitol Siege

Jan 13, 2021
The move, which suspends the president's account for a week, comes after the video platform said a livestream of his remarks on Tuesday violated YouTube's community standards.
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Harry Reid: Democrats Have No Choice But To Seek Impeachment

Jan 12, 2021

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Former Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid says President Donald Trump's behavior gave House Democrats no choice but to move toward impeaching him a second time after the deadly assault on the U.S. Capitol.

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Insurrection At The Capitol: Live Updates
Assistant Chief Yogananda<strong> </strong>Pittman was designated as acting chief of U.S. Capitol Police on Jan. 8. She joined the force in 2001.

In Historic 1st, U.S. Capitol Police Name Yogananda Pittman As Acting Chief

Jan 11, 2021
Pittman is the first woman and the first African American to lead the law enforcement agency, U.S. Capitol Police confirm to NPR. She has served with the force since April 2001.
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National Security
Researchers have used crowdsourcing to scrutinize video and photos from the riot at the Capitol on Jan. 6 and have identified some of those who took part. The researchers have shared their information with law enforcement.

How Online Sleuths Identified Rioters At The Capitol

Jan 11, 2021
The riot appeared to be all chaos and anarchy. But as researchers gave the online video and photos closer scrutiny, they produced forensic evidence that has identified those involved.
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Insurrection At The Capitol: Live Updates
Capitol Police Chief Steven Sund resigned after thousands of supporters of President Trump stormed the U.S. Capitol building on Wednesday. Sund says his requests to superiors to get the National Guard to respond to the riot at the Capitol were rebuffed.

Ex-Capitol Police Chief Says Requests For National Guard Denied 6 Times In Riots

Jan 11, 2021
Steven Sund contradicts reports that help was not requested, saying security officials at the House and Senate rebuffed calls for assistance ahead of and during the attack on the Capitol.
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