Flags fly near the U.S. Capitol as the perimeter was breached by pro-Trump protestors on Jan. 6. Similarly, Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) told reporters the bill included “editorial comments,” Rep. Andy Harris (R-Md.) Crucial Quote“I truly commend the Capitol Police for their actions on January 6th, and am very grateful for their service in keeping us safe each day. Key BackgroundIn the months following the Jan. 6 attack, a handful of high-profile Republicans have questioned the ideological leanings of the rioters and severity of the violence. said last week he didn’t fear for his safety on Jan. 6 because most rioters “love this country.”Further ReadingHouse approves awarding Congressional Gold Medal to Capitol Police for Jan. 6 response (Politico)

Source: Forbes March 17, 2021 23:54 UTC