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Chaos at the U.S. Capitol as Pro-Trump Extremists Storm Building
TLDR Pro-Trump extremists stormed the U.S. Capitol during the Electoral College vote count, causing chaos and violence. President Trump's mixed messages and Republican lawmakers' hesitancy to speak out have raised concerns about America's democracy and the future of the Republican Party.
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00:00
Pro-Trump extremists stormed the U.S. Capitol during the Electoral College vote count, causing chaos and violence.
02:28
President Trump encouraged his supporters to march to the Capitol, but did not join them, later issuing mixed messages about the violence that ensued.
05:12
Vice President Pence condemned the attack on the Capitol, calling for immediate evacuation and promising prosecution for those involved, contrasting sharply with President Trump's response.
07:29
Many Republican lawmakers were hesitant to speak out against the president's actions, with some blaming other actors like Ted Cruz and Josh Hawley for legitimizing dangerous election misinformation.
10:38
World leaders are shocked by the chaos at the U.S. Capitol, raising concerns about America's image as a democracy, while President Biden faces the challenging task of restoring faith in the system and leading the country back to normalcy.
12:50
Senators are facing pressure to back down from their objections to the electoral college results amidst concerns about the damage President Trump's actions may be causing to the Republican Party.
15:02
Lawmakers, both Republicans and Democrats, are eager to return to work in Congress to affirm the election of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris, showcasing unity and patriotism in the wake of the chaos at the Capitol.
