Capitol insurrection

The Capitol insurrection occurred on January 6, 2021, when supporters of then-President Donald Trump stormed the U.S. Capitol building in Washington, D.C. They aimed to challenge the certification of the 2020 presidential election results by rushing past security, breaking windows, and entering the building. The riot disrupted a formal congressional session and resulted in violence, injuries, and damage. It was fueled by false claims of election fraud and attempts to overturn the democratic process. The event highlighted tensions around electoral legitimacy and raised concerns about political violence and the security of democratic institutions.