Joint Chiefs of Staff send memo to military decrying pro-Trump Capitol riot, affirming Biden's victory

The military’s top leaders have issued a memo to forces decrying last week’s Capitol Hill violence and reminding service members that freedom of speech does not give anyone the right to resort to violence.

Capitol riot: Officials working to identify those involved in deadly pro-Trump insurrection

Prosecutors have brought dozens of cases after the deadly attack at the U.S. Capitol, and they promise more charges are to come as investigators work to identify more members of the pro-Trump mob.

MTA worker accused of participating in Capitol breach

Will Pepe was in federal custody and was scheduled to make an initial court appearance Wednesday at the federal court in White Plains.

Pence rules out invoking 25th Amendment on Trump

In a letter late Tuesday to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, Pence said the mechanism should not be used “as a means of punishment or usurpation” and reserved for cases of medical or mental incapacitation.

New Jersey hometown honors slain Capitol cop

A U.S. flag in South River was lowered to half staff to honor Capitol Police Officer Brian Sicknick.

Mother of Arizona man in high-profile DC riot photos speaks out

An Arizona man seen front and center in many photos of the storming of the US Capitol on Jan. 6 was arrested days later. His mother speaks to FOX 10 saying, "I never expected that. He never expected that."

Concern for Capitol lockdown to become ‘significant spreading event’ after 3 lawmakers test positive

At least three House lawmakers have tested positive for COVID-19 after being locked down with several in a room during the violence siege on the U.S. Capitol, with some refusing to wear masks.

Chuck Norris was not at Capitol riot, manager says

A photo of a man resembling Chuck Norris apparently with a member of the pro-Trump mob began trending online.

FBI arrests fur-wearing son of Brooklyn judge on Capitol riot charges

Federal agents have arrested the son of a New York judge on charges that he was among the protesters who stormed the U.S. Capitol, the FBI said on Tuesday.

DC police officer recovering after being dragged down Capitol stairs amid chaos

A D.C. police officer is recovering after he was attacked and dragged down a set of stairs as a riot erupted on Capitol Hill last week in the District.

Trump rejects blame for riot, calls rally 'totally appropriate'

With the House set to impeach, President Donald Trump is blaming Democratic congressional foes for “tremendous anger” in the country and last week's deadly attack on the Capitol by his supporters after he urged them on their way.

First Amendment expert breaks down what the protection means for social media giants

The First Amendment may be misinterpreted by some for protecting their speech in all manners, but really, it protects individuals from government censorship.

Twitter removes more than 70K QAnon-associated accounts following Trump ban

Twitter announced on Monday that it had deleted more than 70,000 accounts associated with the QAnon conspiracy theory following the permanent suspension of President Donald Trump’s account last week.

Capitol police officer dead by suicide after responding to Capitol riot

A 15-year veteran of the U.S. Capitol Police has taken his life after responding to Wednesday's deadly riot in the halls of Congress.

New videos of Capitol assault paint a more sinister attack

The full extent of the assault on the U.S. Capitol is coming into sharper focus, with scenes of violence so vast they are difficult to grasp. Countless smartphone videos have been emerging from the scene, and more lawmakers are recounting the chaos that was around them. 

Airbnb banning rioters, hate groups ahead of inauguration

Airbnb said Monday that it’s reviewing reservations in the Washington, D.C., area ahead of next week’s presidential inauguration and will bar any guests associated with hate groups or violent activity.