Capitol Riots
Updates on the January 6th capitol riots. As Congress met to certify the election of President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris, rioters stormed the U.S. Capitol building. Breaching security, they were able to get on to the House floor and invade many elected officials' office spaces, including that of the speaker of the house. President Donald Trump was impeached by the House because of his statements on the day of the riots.
Bannon Faces Over 1,000 Pages of Evidence and Materials From Prosecution
The Justice Department said it has handed over 65 documents per Bannon's defense team's request, while also accusing them of "frivolous" legal complaints.
Trump Must Have a Diabolical Plan, Officials Assumed. But There Was No Plan
In this daily series, Newsweek explores the steps that led to the January 6 Capitol Riot.
Intelligence Analysts "Didn't Understand Donald Trump, How Far He Would Go"
In this daily series, Newsweek explores the steps that led to the January 6 Capitol Riot.
"Traitors Need to Be Executed," Declared the Army-Vet-Conspiracy-Theorist
In this daily series, Newsweek explores the steps that led to the January 6 Capitol Riot.
Fact Check: Is There 'New Footage' Showing Police Beat Rosanne Boyland?
A new viral video claims to contain "new graphic" footage of the incident during the January 6 Capitol insurrection as the rioter lay unconscious on the ground.
Eric Trump Defends Philanthropy, Says He Raised $25M by Age of 30
The former president's son boasted on Twitter about his charitable work during a spat that started over a report about his alleged actions on January 6.
"You Play Golf, Right?" Trump Rambled On as Commanders Tried to Interrupt
In this daily series, Newsweek explores the steps that led to the January 6 Capitol Riot.
Loyal Donald Trump Pardoned Mike Flynn, Who'd Gone Down a QAnon Rabbit Hole
In this daily series, Newsweek explores the steps that led to the January 6 Capitol Riot.
Actor, Michael Jackson Impersonator Arrested for Role in January 6 Riot
Broadway actor James Beeks was arrested for joining a group of 12 Oath Keepers members and helping them storm the Capitol on January 6.
Multiple Jan 6 Defendants Request Permission To Travel Over Thanksgiving
Those accused of some of the most serious offenses linked to Capitol attack have requested courts allow them to travel to spend the holiday with family.
"Anyone Who Opposes Trump Supporters" Could Disrupt Capitol Rally: Planners
In this daily series, Newsweek explores the steps that led to the January 6 Capitol Riot.
Stewart Rhodes: Oath Keepers in 'More Deadly' Situation Than Revolution
Stewart Rhodes, the founder of the Oath Keepers, also accused former President Donald Trump of "complaining" on January 6 but not taking action.
Roger Stone, Alex Jones Say They'll Likely Plead the Fifth to 1/6 Subpoenas
The two Trump allies have been asked to give testimony by December 17 and December 18, respectively.
Man Charged in Jan. 6 Riot Charged in Arizona in Hanukkah Display Incident
Rabbi Levi Levertov said the targeting of a religious sign was "an attack on an entire community."
What Became of the Jan. 6 Rioters Whose Photos Went Viral
Their actions on January 6 were showcased across the world. Here's what happened next.
Alex Jones Says January 6 Committee is 'Worse' Than McCarthyism
The House select committee investigating the January 6 riot included the conspiracy theorist in a the latest round of subpoenas issued on Monday.
Jan 6 Committee Subpoenas the 'Bonnie and Clyde of MAGA World'
Politico made the 1960s' film reference in describing Dustin Stockton and his girlfriend Jennifer Lawrence.
"I Can't Afford a Big Frontal Attack on the President," McConnell Confided
In this daily series, Newsweek explores the steps that led to the January 6 Capitol Riot.
Man Pictured With Nancy Pelosi's Speaker Lectern on Jan. 6 Pleads Guilty
Adam Johnson, the man famously photographed carrying Nancy Pelosi's lectern, pleaded guilty Monday and is set to be sentenced on February 25.
January 6 Committee Issues 5 New Subpoenas to Roger Stone and Alex Jones
Five allies to former President Donald Trump, including political consultant Roger Stone and conspiracy theorist Alex Jones, were issued subpoenas.
Why Tucker Carlson's 'Patriot Purge' Is So Controversial
After the Tucker Carlson special aired about the Capitol Riot aired on Fox Nation, two contributors officially left their positions at the network.
Giuliani Is a "National Embarrassment," Said Former Trump Ally Christie
In this daily series, Newsweek explores the steps that led to the January 6 Capitol Riot.
Tucker Carlson Celebrates as Two Fox News Contributors Resign Over His Show
Jonah Goldberg and Stephen Hayes called Tucker Carlson's Capitol riot special "a collection of incoherent conspiracy-mongering."
CBS News Host Confronts Ted Cruz Over 'Big Lie,' 2020 Election Challenge
A new book claims Cruz had conversations with Trump on January 6 and knew Congress lacked the authority to overturn the 2020 presidential election.
Trump Tweeted about "Massive Corruption," Demanded Recount, Went Golfing
In this daily series, Newsweek explores the steps that led to the January 6 Capitol Riot.
Proud Boys Leader Invokes Rittenhouse Case to Ask 1/6 Charges Be Dropped
A new motion filed by Zachary Rehl's defense argues that his actions on January 6 were "not unlike what Kyle Rittenhouse did."
After Her Family and Pets Were Threatened, She "Ascertained" the Election
In this daily series, Newsweek explores the steps that led to the January 6 Capitol Riot.
1/6 Rioter Allegedly Took Loaded Gun to Capitol, Said He Lost It at Casino
The man reportedly told his family that if authorities came to his house to arrest him, he would give himself up willingly "because I may go down as a hero."
Capitol Rioter Begs for Jail Release In Handwritten Letter To Judge
"The fact is that January 6 was one crazy day with many elements and I will never put myself into a situation like that again," said rioter Robert Gieswein.
Trump Should Be 'Clearing This F**king Mess Up'— QAnon Shaman's Attorney
The attorney of the so-called "QAnon Shaman" offered strong comments after his client's sentencing.
