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January 6th Probes: Democrats & Republicans Clash Over Capitol Attack
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House Democrats commemorated the fifth anniversary of the January 6th, 2021 Capitol breach, labeling it a severe threat to democracy and the peaceful transfer of power. They held a hearing focusing on political violence and democratic norms, revisiting the riot that disrupted Congress certification of the 2020 election. Meanwhile, Republicans boycotted the event and announced their own investigation, led by Representative Barry Loudermilk of Georgia. Loudermilks new GOP subcommittee plans its first hearing next week, focusing on security and intelligence failures, particularly the unresolved pipe bomb case. The anniversary exposed deep partisan divisions, with the White House blaming security decisions on former Speaker Nancy Pelosi and denying Trumps role in inciting the violence. Democrats countered, accusing Republicans of downplaying the attack. Tensions also arose over a planned plaque honoring Capitol Police and others who defended the building, with Speaker Mike Johnson deeming it infeasible, while Loudermilk supports honoring the rank-and-file officers. As these competing probes begin, the battle over January 6ths legacy continues, with both sides pushing their interpretations of what went wrong.
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