Capitol Riot

The Capitol Riot refers to the violent events that took place on January 6, 2021, when supporters of then-President Donald Trump stormed the United States Capitol in Washington, D.C. The incident aimed to disrupt the certification of the 2020 presidential election results, which confirmed Joe Biden’s victory. The riot led to numerous injuries, damage to property, and the evacuation of lawmakers. It raised significant concerns about the state of democracy, domestic terrorism, and the influence of misinformation in the United States. The event resulted in multiple arrests and ongoing investigations into the actions of the participants and the circumstances surrounding the breach of the Capitol building.