January 6 Capitol Riot

The January 6 Capitol Riot was an event on January 6, 2021, when a mob of supporters of then-President Donald Trump stormed the United States Capitol building in Washington, D.C. They aimed to disrupt the certification of the 2020 presidential election results, believing claims of election fraud. The crowd forcibly entered the Capitol, causing damage, and forcing lawmakers to evacuate. The riot resulted in injuries, deaths, and widespread criticism, highlighting tensions over electoral processes, political polarization, and issues of security and democracy. It remains a significant and controversial moment in U.S. history.