House cancels Thursday session amid threat of violence at Capitol by militia group
The U.S. House is abruptly finishing its work for the week given the threat of violence at the Capitol by a militia group seeking to storm the building, as happened in a deadly siege Jan. 6.
Threats against members of Congress up 93% in 2021 compared to last year, Capitol Police chief says
The acting chief of the U.S. Capitol Police said there has been an increase in threats against lawmakers this year in comparison to this time last year.
General testifies about 3-hour delay in getting National Guard to Capitol during riot
The Defense Department took more than three hours to dispatch the National Guard to the deadly riot at the U.S. Capitol after a request for reinforcement from police.
Capitol Police increasing security ahead of March 4 due to ‘concerning information and intelligence’
U.S. Capitol Police sources tell FOX 5 they have received an intelligence bulletin warning of a militia plot to breach the Capitol this Thursday, March 4.
Ex-girlfriend of accused Capitol rioter turned him in after he called her a ‘moron’ via text
A man accused of storming the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021 could face up to 20 years in prison after sending texts and videos from the scene to his ex-girlfriend.
DC Attorney General deposed Donald Trump Jr. in inaugural funds case, court documents say
The D.C. Attorney General’s office has deposed Donald Trump Jr. in its investigation into what it believes was a misuse of inaugural funds.
6 more far-right Oath Keepers members indicted on federal charges in Capitol riot
Six more people linked to the far-right Oath Keepers militia group have been indicted on charges that they planned and coordinated with one another in the attack on the U.S. Capitol, authorities said Friday.
6 Capitol police officers suspended, 35 under investigation after Capitol riot, spokesperson says
A spokesperson for the U.S. Capitol Police has confirmed to FOX 5 that the Office of Professional Responsibility is investigating the actions of 35 police officers on Jan. 6, the day of the riot at the Capitol, and suspended six officers with pay.
UCLA student arrested by FBI in connection with Capitol riot following tip from another student
Christian Secor, 22, a UCLA student from Costa Mesa, was arrested Tuesday in connection with the Capitol riot on Jan. 6, 2021.
Siege On Democracy: Heroes of Democracy
In the second episode of Siege On Democracy, you'll hear the genuine shock and horror that one D.C. police officer experienced on Jan. 6.
National Guard could stay in DC until the fall, source reveals to FOX 5
An internal e-mail obtained by FOX 5 reveals members of the National Guard might still be in D.C. through the Fall of 2021.
Trump looks to reassert himself after impeachment acquittal
Now acquitted in his second Senate impeachment trial, Donald Trump is preparing for the next phase of his post-presidency life.
White House deputy press secretary resigns after threatening reporter
White House deputy press secretary T.J. Ducklo has resigned, the day after he was suspended for issuing a sexist and profane threat to a journalist seeking to cover his relationship with another reporter.
Trump acquitted: With 10 votes shy of conviction, Senate acquits for incitement of insurrection
The Senate voted 57-43 in a rare Saturday session to acquit former president Donald Trump for his alleged role in the deadly siege on the U.S. Capitol, falling short of the 67 votes needed for a conviction.
'I don't know why you're laughing': Trump impeachment lawyer offended by Senate chamber's laughter
During a brief debate prior to the vote over whether the Senate would call witnesses, the Senate chamber was scolded after laughing during remarks from Trump impeachment lawyer Michael van der Veen.
Sen. McConnell will vote to acquit Trump in impeachment trial
Word of McConnell’s decision came Saturday before what is expected to be a final day in the historic trial on the charge that Trump incited an insurrection in the deadly Jan. 6 riot at the Capitol.
DOJ says Oath Keepers leader waited for Trump’s direction prior to Capitol riot
According to the prosecutors, Jessica Watkins “exhibited a single-minded devotion to obstruct through violence an official proceeding that, on January 6, was designed to confirm the next President of the United States.”
Senate passes bill to award Capitol police officer Eugene Goodman the Congressional Gold Medal
The Senate unanimously passed bipartisan legislation Friday to award U.S. Capitol Police Officer Eugene Goodman the Congressional Gold Medal.
First lady Jill Biden installs Valentine's Day hearts on White House lawn
The president told reporters that Valentine’s Day is the first lady’s “favorite day,” and he recounted a time while he was vice president that she posted hearts all over the windows of his office.
Man accused of participating in Capitol riot arrested at Orlando airport, feds say
According to the Department of Justice, Steve Omar Maldonado was arrested by FBI agents at the Orlando International Airport on Wednesday morning.