Board to begin search for permanent Capitol Police chief
The board that oversees the U.S. Capitol Police is beginning a search for a permanent police chief, a person familiar with the matter said, as the fallout from the Jan. 6 riot at the Capitol continues.
Capitol rioter accused of assaulting cops with chemical spray served as Marine, to remain jailed before trial
The former Marine accused of dousing 15 officers with a chemical spray at the Capitol riot will remain locked up ahead of his trial.
Rioters maced, trampled Capitol officers: New documents show depth of Jan. 6 attack
Hundreds of emails, texts, photos and documents obtained by The Associated Press show how a patchwork of law enforcement agencies from all directions tried to support Washington, D.C., as protesters poured into town on Jan. 6.
FBI arrests Trump appointee in connection with deadly Capitol riot
Federico Klein, a former State Department aide who was appointed by former President Donald Trump was arrested on Thursday by the FBI, in connection with the deadly Jan. 6 Capitol riots.
National Guard at Capitol served ‘tainted and unhealthy food,’ members of Congress allege
In a letter to Pelosi on Wednesday, Smith wrote that members of the National Guard in several states — including at least 30 from New Jersey — became ill due to “tainted and unhealthy food” from a private-sector vendor.
Despite dire March 4 prediction, Capitol Hill remains quiet
Two months ago - on Jan. 6 - a violent mob had stormed the U.S. Capitol by mid-afternoon despite repeated warnings about an impending attack.
Police request 60-day extension of National Guard at Capitol
Capitol Police have requested that members of the National Guard continue to provide security at the U.S. Capitol for another two months.
FBI alleges man texted relatives that he posed as 'antifa,' fought police in Capitol riot, court documents say
A man claimed in a group text to his family that he posed as ‘antifa’ and harmed several police officers during the Capitol Riot on Jan. 6, federal court documents show.
House cancels Thursday session amid threat of violence at Capitol by militia group
The U.S. House is abruptly finishing its work for the week given the threat of violence at the Capitol by a militia group seeking to storm the building, as happened in a deadly siege Jan. 6.
Threats against members of Congress up 93% in 2021 compared to last year, Capitol Police chief says
The acting chief of the U.S. Capitol Police said there has been an increase in threats against lawmakers this year in comparison to this time last year.
General testifies about 3-hour delay in getting National Guard to Capitol during riot
The Defense Department took more than three hours to dispatch the National Guard to the deadly riot at the U.S. Capitol after a request for reinforcement from police.
Capitol Police increasing security ahead of March 4 due to ‘concerning information and intelligence’
U.S. Capitol Police sources tell FOX 5 they have received an intelligence bulletin warning of a militia plot to breach the Capitol this Thursday, March 4.
Prince William County teacher who claimed he was at the Capitol riot resigns from district
A Prince William County teacher who told his students he was at the U.S. Capitol during the Jan. 6 riot has resigned from the school district.
More than 300 people have been charged after deadly US Capitol riot, Justice Dept. says
Acting Deputy Attorney General John Carlin said more than 300 people have been charged in connection with the Capitol riot, and that more than 280 have been arrested.
TV actor at Capitol riot facing assault, interference charges for using crutch as a weapon
Former 'Friday Night Lights' star also charged with obstruction, unlawful entry and disorderly conduct.
No guns allowed for fired Virginia officers charged in Capitol riot, judge says
A judge has declined to allow two fired police officers from Virginia to carry firearms while they await trial on charges related to the U.S. Capitol riot.
Family of Capitol police officer who died by suicide wants his death to be considered line of duty
The family of a U.S. Capitol police officer who died by suicide after responding to the insurrection at the Capitol building on January 6 wants his death to be considered in the line of duty.
Ex-girlfriend of accused Capitol rioter turned him in after he called her a ‘moron’ via text
A man accused of storming the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021 could face up to 20 years in prison after sending texts and videos from the scene to his ex-girlfriend.
US Capitol assault much bigger than intel suggested, said Acting Chief Pittman
The acting U.S. Capitol Police chief was pressed to explain Thursday why the agency hadn't been prepared to fend off a violent mob of insurrectionists, including white supremacists, who were trying to halt the certification of the presidential election last month, even though officials had compelling advance intelligence.
'QAnon Shaman' files motion to be released from jail
Jacob Chansley, a Phoenix man dubbed the "QAnon Shaman," is requesting to be released from jail, citing digestive problems and entrapment from former president Donald Trump.