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Jan 04, 2023

In Interviews With Jan. 6 Committee, Bowser And Contee Tied Insurrection Response To 2020 Protests

Bowser and Contee said criticisms over the aggressive federal response to racial justice protests in summer 2020 impacted how federal officials responded to the Jan. 6 insurrection.

Oct 28, 2022

Former Capitol Police Officer Found Guilty In Jan. 6 Obstruction Of Justice Trial

Michael A. Riley was found guilty of obstruction of justice for deleting communication he had with a Capitol insurrectionist.

Jan 05, 2022

‘It Was An Attack On Our Hometown’: How 11 Washingtonians Remember The Insurrection

One year after the violent Capitol insurrection, locals reflect on how Jan. 6, 2021 unfolded and their lives have changed in the aftermath.

Dec 15, 2021

Congress Passes Bill Allowing Capitol Police Chief To Directly Request National Guard Help

After multiple security failures on Jan. 6, Congress passed a bipartisan bill allowing the Capitol Police chief to directly request assistance from the city’s National Guard.

Oct 15, 2021

Capitol Police Officer Charged With Obstruction Of Justice For Allegedly Messaging Jan. 6 Insurrectionist

Officer Michael Angelo Riley directed the insurrectionist to remove videos and pictures from social media that showed him inside the building on Jan. 6, according to the indictment.

Sep 15, 2021

What We Know About The Right-Wing Rally Planned For Sept. 18

D.C. is preparing for far-right activists and, potentially, white supremacist groups to visit the city. Here’s what residents need to know.

Sep 13, 2021

U.S. Capitol Police Investigators Recommend Discipline For Six Officers Over Jan. 6 Conduct

USCP did not release the names of those being disciplined and did not specify what disciplinary measures would be taken.

Aug 23, 2021

No Disciplinary Action For U.S. Capitol Police Officer Who Fatally Shot Jan. 6 Rioter

The officer is not being identified after threats made to his life.

Aug 20, 2021

MPD Will Have ‘Increased Presence’ Around D.C. During Sept. 18 ‘Justice For J6’ Rally

MPD says the force will be “fully activated” during the rally.

Jul 23, 2021

U.S. Capitol Police Announces New Chief

After a nationwide search, the Capitol Police board named J. Thomas Manger the new chief. He’s previously served as chief in Montgomery County and Fairfax County.

 
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