U.S. Capitol Riot
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December 11, 2024 at 11:07 PM

'A man of integrity': Retired congressman invites Jan. 6 rioter to inauguration

A man who pleaded guilty to a felony for participation in the Capitol riot filed a letter showing he was invited by a retired congressman to attend the inauguration.
December 11, 2024 at 11:07 PM
Trump supporters take over the steps of the Capitol as the Congress works to certify the electoral college votes, Jan. 6, 2021.
December 10, 2024 at 4:57 AM

Liz Cheney, Adam Schiff react to Trump saying Jan. 6 committee should go to jail

Donald Trump, in his first broadcast news interview since the election, said members of the House panel that investigated the Capitol attack "should go to jail."
December 10, 2024 at 4:57 AM
Former U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney speaks at a town hall with Democratic presidential nominee, Vice President Kamala Harris, at the Royal Oak Music Theatre on Oct. 21, 2024 in Royal Oak, Michigan.
December 9, 2024 at 6:51 PM

RNC Co-Chair Lara Trump to step down amid speculation about Florida senate seat

Should Sen. Marco Rubio be confirmed as secretary of state in Trump's incoming administration, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis would need to choose a successor.
December 9, 2024 at 6:51 PM
Republican National Committee Co-Chair Lara Trump speaks during the Conservative Political Action Conference Argentina 2024 on Dec. 4, 2024 in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
December 9, 2024 at 9:43 AM

Trump says he won't stop administration from seeking retribution

Trump also told "Meet the Press" the Jan. 6 committee members should be jailed.
December 9, 2024 at 9:43 AM
Screen grab of President-elect Donald Trump as he sits for his first post-election network interview with Kristen Welker, moderator of NBC's ''Meet the Press," Dec. 8, 2024.
December 9, 2024 at 2:22 AM

Trump plans to pardon rioters

President-elect Trump says he intends to pardon many of the Jan. 6 defendants on Day 1 in office. And he wants to investigate members of the congressional committee that held hearings on the riots.
December 9, 2024 at 2:22 AM
VIDEO: Trump plans to pardon rioters
November 20, 2024 at 9:45 PM

Convicted Jan. 6 rioter now found guilty of plotting to kill FBI agents

A convicted Jan. 6 rioter allegedly plotted to murder FBI agents after they investigated him for his role in the insurrection.
November 20, 2024 at 9:45 PM
 In this photo released by the Blount County Sheriff's Office, Edward Kelley is shown.
1 month ago

Former NFL player charged for allegedly assaulting police on Jan. 6

Leander Antwione Williams, 31, was arrested Thursday in what appears to be the first newly filed Capitol breach case brought by federal prosecutors since Election Day.
1 month ago
A screengrab from a video recording that prosecutors said shows Leander Antwione Williams on the West Plaza on Jan. 6, 2021, at left, and a photograph of Williams found on the NFL's website, at right, included in a criminal complaint.
1 month ago

Convicted Jan 6. rioter seeks pardon based on Trump's victory

Moments before a convicted Jan. 6 rioter was sentenced Thursday, he sought a full pardon. He claimed President-elect Donald Trump’s victory vindicated his actions.
1 month ago
Trump supporters clash with police and security forces as they push barricades to storm the US Capitol in Washington D.C on Jan. 6, 2021.
1 month ago

Judge denies Jan. 6 defendant's bid to delay case after Trump victory

President-elect Donald Trump's election victory is already beginning to elicit requests from his supporters charged in the Jan. 6 attack for delays in their cases.
1 month ago
Trump supporters take over the steps of the Capitol, Jan. 6, 2021, as the Congress works to certify the electoral college votes.
1 month ago

Capitol Police warn of post-election violence risk, Jan. 6 and inauguration threats

A Capitol Police intelligence assessment obtained by ABC News warns of a heightened threat to government officials and election-related sites.
1 month ago
Members of the U.S. Capitol Police Containment Emergency Response Team are seen after the "first nail ceremony," at the U.S. Capitol on Sept. 18, 2024
1 month ago

'Bob's Burgers' voice actor Jay Johnston gets a year in prison for role in Jan. 6

Former actor on the cartoon "Bob's Burgers" who was convicted for his role in the Jan. 6, 2021, riot at the U.S. Capitol was sentenced Monday to a year in prison.
1 month ago
Actor Jay Johnston attends "The Sarah Silverman Program" presented by The Paley Center for Media on May 2, 2008 in Beverly Hills, Calif.
1 month ago

'Bob's Burgers' voice actor Jay Johnston gets a year in prison for role in Jan. 6

Hollywood actor known for his roles in "Anchorman" and "Bob's Burgers" has been sentenced to one year and one day in federal prison for his involvement in the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol. 
1 month ago
'Bob's Burgers' voice actor Jay Johnston gets a year in prison for role in Jan. 6
2 months ago

DC warns of potential for violence and election uncertainty ahead of Jan. 6

Federal and local law enforcement and officials in Washington, D.C. are preparing to ensure a safe and peaceful transfer of power on January 6 and Inauguration Day.
2 months ago
The Dome of the Capitol Building is visible as protective fencing is erected around construction for the 2025 inauguration platform on the West Front on Capitol Hill on Sept. 17, 2024 in Washington, D.C.
2 months ago

Cheney keeps up fire on Trump over Jan. 6, bashes tariff policy

Former Rep. Liz Cheney, R-Wyo., a top GOP voice opposing Donald Trump, tore into the former president Tuesday over the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot and his tariff policies.
2 months ago
Former U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney speaks during a conversation with Democratic presidential nominee U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris moderated by Charlie Sykes in Brookfield, Wisconsin, October 21, 2024.
2 months ago

GOP-led probe disputes ex-White House aide's House Jan. 6 testimony about note

A Republican-led House panel reviewing the work of the House committee that investigated Jan. 6 has released a report that Republicans say disputes a piece of testimony.
2 months ago
Cassidy Hutchinson, former aide to Trump White House chief of staff Mark Meadows, testifies as the House select committee investigating the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol holds a hearing at the Capitol in Washington, June 28, 2022.
2 months ago

Unsealing of filing offers limited look at evidence in Jan. 6 case against Trump

The judge overseeing Donald Trump's election interference case has unsealed a highly redacted filing offering a limited look at the evidence amassed by Jack Smith's team.
2 months ago
Republican presidential nominee, former President Donald Trump delivers remarks during a campaign rally at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre on October 15, 2024, in Atlanta.
2 months ago

Jan. 6 rioter who attacked multiple officers sentenced to 17 months in prison

Dana Jean Bell, who pleaded guilty to assaulting police during the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol, was sentenced to 17 months in prison on Thursday.
2 months ago
Dana Jean Bell, who pleaded guilty to assaulting police during the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol, was sentenced to 17 months in prison on Thursday.
2 months ago

Jan. 6 rioter who attacked multiple officers sentenced to 17 months in prison

A Jan. 6 rioter who attacked multiple officers, including one who ultimately died, was sentenced to 17 months in prison on Thursday.
2 months ago
Demonstrators swarm the U.S. Capitol building during a protest in Washington, D.C., Jan. 6, 2021.
2 months ago

As Nov. 5 nears, Trump steps up attempts to recast Jan. 6 violence as 'day of love'

Donald Trump, as part of a long effort to recast the events of Jan. 6, 2021, said on Wednesday that it was a "day of love."
2 months ago
Donald Trump speaks during a Univision Noticias town hall event on October 16, 2024 in Doral, Florida.
2 months ago

Jan. 6 rioters and supporters attempt to rewrite history of Capitol attack

Former president Donald Trump is among those calling the people convicted of crimes in the 2021 incident "hostages." His rhetoric is being welcomed by defendants and their families.
2 months ago
VIDEO:  Jan. 6 rioters and supporters attempt to rewrite history of Capitol attack
2 months ago

Former Capitol Police officer wants to end the falsehoods about Jan. 6

A former member of the United States Capitol Police, who bravely defended the Capitol on Jan. 6, vividly recounts the events of that day.
2 months ago
Demonstrators swarm the U.S. Capitol building during a protest in Washington, D.C., Jan. 6, 2021.
2 months ago

Jan. 6 is back in the headlines ahead of Election Day. Will it make a difference?

Jack Smith's new filing in the election interference case thrust Jan. 6 back into the spotlight. But will it impact the 2024 campaign?
2 months ago
Donald Trump speaks to supporters during a campaign event at Saginaw Valley State University on October 03, 2024 in Saginaw, Michigan.
2 months ago

Bombshell filing details new allegations of Trump's efforts to overturn election

Special counsel Jack Smith has filed a blockbuster court filing outlining new details of former President Trump's efforts to overturn his 2020 election loss.
2 months ago
In this July 31, 2024, file photo, Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump waits on stage to speak at a campaign rally, in Harrisburg, Pa.
2 months ago

Court filing details new accusations about alleged attempt to overturn 2020 vote

Special counsel Jack Smith outlined new details of former President Donald Trump's and his allies' "increasingly desperate" efforts to overturn his 2020 election loss in a blockbuster court filing.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Court filing details new accusations about alleged attempt to overturn 2020 vote
2 months ago

VP candidates spar over Jan. 6 on debate stage

Walz called Trump’s actions “troubling” while Vance said Democrats have protested the results of elections.
2 months ago
VIDEO: VP candidates spar over Jan. 6 on debate stage
2 months ago

Special counsel pushing for public release of key filing in Trump's Jan. 6 case

Special counsel Jack Smith is pushing to file a public version of his recent court brief that summaries what witnesses told investigators in Donald Trump's Jan. 6 case.
2 months ago
In this July 31, 2024, file photo, Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump waits on stage to speak at a campaign rally, in Harrisburg, Pa.
3 months ago

Special counsel files sealed court brief supporting his Jan. 6 case against Trump

Special counsel Jack Smith has filed, under seal, his court brief seeking to justify his superseding indictment against Donald Trump on charges of election interference.
3 months ago
Republican presidential nominee, former President Donald Trump takes the stage during a campaign rally at Desert Diamond Arena, on Aug. 23, 2024, in Glendale, Arizona.
3 months ago

Homeland Security designates next Jan. 6 as a 'National Special Security Event'

The act of certifying the presidential election results will now be given the highest security designation the federal government makes available.
3 months ago
Vice President Mike Pence and House Speaker Nancy Pelosi preside over a Joint session of Congress to certify the 2020 Electoral College results after supporters of President Donald Trump stormed the Capitol earlier in the day on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., on Jan. 6, 2021.
4 months ago

Former Capitol police officer attacked in Jan. 6 riot full DNC speech

Sgt. Aquilino Gonell, a former Capitol police officer who was attacked by rioters on Jan. 6, is now taking the stage to loud applause.
4 months ago
VIDEO: Former Capitol police officer attacked in Jan. 6 riot full DNC speech
4 months ago

Jan. 6 rioter sentenced to 20 years for assaulting officers

The judge called David Dempsey’s offenses “exceptionally egregious” before handing down the 20-year sentence, the second longest sentence for a Capitol rioter.
4 months ago
VIDEO: Jan. 6 rioter sentenced to 20 years for assaulting officers
4 months ago

Jan. 6 rioter who attacked numerous officers sentenced to 20 years

A California man convicted of carrying out some of the most brutal assaults on police during the Jan. 6 Capitol attack has been sentenced to 20 years in prison.
4 months ago
Trump supporters clash with police and security forces as they storm the US Capitol in Washington D.C., Jan. 6, 2021.
4 months ago

Jan. 6 rioter sentenced to 20 years for assaulting officer with pole

David Dempsey, convicted of carrying out brutal assaults against police during the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the Capitol, was sentenced to 20 years in prison on Friday.
4 months ago
VIDEO: Jan. 6 rioter sentenced to 20 years for assaulting officer with pole
4 months ago

Special counsel requests delay in response to scheduling order in Trump Jan. 6 case

Special counsel Jack Smith's office requested a delay in responding to a scheduling order from the judge overseeing former President Trump's election subversion case.
4 months ago
In this Aug. 1, 2023, file photo, Special Prosecutor Jack Smith addresses reporters in Washington, D.C.
4 months ago

Jan. 6 rioter taken into custody after threatening posts targeting Barrett, Garland

A man awaiting trial for charges stemming from his alleged participation in the Jan. 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol is in custody for threatening statements he made.
4 months ago
Trump supporters clash with police and security forces as people try to storm the US Capitol on January 6, 2021 in Washington, DC.
4 months ago

Judge orders Justice Department to return helmet, spear to 'QAnon Shaman'

A judge has ordered the DOJ to return the spear and horned-helmet sported by Jacob Chansley, aka the QAnon Shaman, as he stormed the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.
4 months ago
Jacob Chansley, also known as the "QAnon Shaman," screams "Freedom" inside the U.S. Senate chamber after the Capitol was breached by a mob during a joint session of Congress in Washington, DC, Jan. 6, 2021.
4 months ago

New DHS watchdog report details how close Harris came to 'viable' pipe bomb on Jan. 6

Kamala Harris, as incoming VP on Jan. 6, 2021, ended up within feet of a "viable" pipe bomb in the bushes outside DNC headquarters, according to DHS watchdog report.
4 months ago
Vice President Kamala Harris addresses the Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority's Biennial Boule at the George R. Brown Convention Center on July 31, 2024 in Houston.
5 months ago

The effort to rewrite history of the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol

ABC News' Jay O’Brien reports on the effort to rewrite the events of the Jan. 6 Capitol attack.
5 months ago
VIDEO: The effort to rewrite the history of the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol
5 months ago

The effort to rewrite the history of the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol

ABC News' Jay O’Brien reports on the effort to rewrite the events of the Jan. 6 Capitol attack. He interviews defendants in the case as they experience the consequences of the now infamous day.
5 months ago
VIDEO: The effort to rewrite the history of the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol
5 months ago

'Bob's Burgers' actor pleads guilty to interfering with police during Capitol riot

Jay Johnston, 55, of Los Angeles, faces a maximum sentence of five years in prison after pleading guilty to civil disorder.
5 months ago
VIDEO: 'Bob's Burgers' actor pleads guilty to interfering with police during Capitol riot
5 months ago

Veteran comedian Jay Johnston pleads guilty for his role in the Jan. 6 attack

Jay Johnston, best known for his roles in "Bob's Burgers," "Arrested Development" and "Anchorman," pleaded guilty to attacking police on Jan. 6. He faces up to five years in prison.
5 months ago
VIDEO: Veteran comedian Jay Johnston pleads guilty for his role in the Jan. 6 attack
5 months ago

DeSantis says Trump could've 'come out more forcefully' during Jan. 6

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday tried to walk a fine line when asked about former President Donald Trump's actions on Jan. 6 after Trump was sent a target letter
5 months ago
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis rolls out his military policy proposal during an event for his 2024 presidential campaign, July 18, 2023, in West Columbia, S.C.
5 months ago

Trump's past debate performances could be evidence against him in Jan. 6 case

Prosecutors in Donald Trump's federal election interference case have said that comments Trump made in previous debates could be used as evidence in an eventual trial.
5 months ago
Republican nominee Donald Trump speaks as Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton looks on during the final presidential debate at the Thomas & Mack Center on the campus of the University of Las Vegas in Las Vegas, Oct. 19, 2016.
5 months ago

Dozens of Jan. 6 cases face uncertainty after Supreme Court decision

The Supreme Court's ruling Friday narrowing a key obstruction statute used against more than 300 Jan. 6 defendants could affect dozens of cases brought by prosecutors.
5 months ago
Trump supporters clash with police and security forces as people try to storm the US Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021 in Washington, DC.
5 months ago

Supreme Court rules on Jan. 6 obstruction case

A 6-3 majority could potentially upend hundreds of January 6th prosecutions.
5 months ago
VIDEO: Supreme Court rules on Jan. 6 obstruction case
5 months ago

Supreme Court rules on Jan. 6 Capitol attack

The nation’s highest court has ruled in favor of a police officer involved in the Capitol attack on Jan. 6, 2021.
5 months ago
VIDEO: Supreme Court rules on Jan. 6 Capitol attack
5 months ago

US Supreme Court ruling may mean good news for some Jan. 6 defendants

The court ruled that the Justice Department may have overstepped by charging some defendants with obstructing an official proceeding for their actions at the capitol on Jan. 6.
5 months ago
VIDEO: US Supreme Court ruling may mean good news for some Jan. 6 defendants
5 months ago

Supreme Court limits scope of obstruction charge against Capitol rioters, Trump

The Supreme Court on Friday limited the scope of a felony obstruction charge used against Capitol rioters and Donald Trump.
5 months ago
Joseph Fischer is a photo released in a criminal complaint.
5 months ago

Biden-Trump debate: 'Threats to democracy,' Jan. 6 could take center stage

Protecting democracy is a top issue for voters but they're divided on trust.
5 months ago
President Donald Trump and Democratic Presidential candidate and former Vice President Joe Biden exchange arguments during the first presidential debate at Case Western Reserve University and Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, Ohio, Sept. 29, 2020.
6 months ago

Trump to visit Capitol Hill for 1st time since Jan. 6 attacks

Former President Donald Trump will meet with House and Senate Republicans on the Hill to discuss the upcoming election and plans for 2025.
6 months ago
VIDEO: Trump to visit Capitol Hill for 1st time since Jan. 6 attacks
6 months ago

Retired NASCAR driver and son arrested for alleged assaults on police during Jan. 6

Retired NASCAR driver Tighe Scott and his son Jarret Scott face two felony offenses each for alleged assaults during the Jan. 6th riot.
6 months ago
Retired NASCAR driver Tighe Scott and his son Jarret Scott face two felony offenses each for alleged assaults on police during the Jan. 6th riots.