US Capitol Police with guns drawn stand near a barricaded door as protesters try to break into the House Chamber. The US Capitol locked down with lawmakers inside as violent clashes broke out between supporters of President Donald Trump and police. An announcement was played inside the Capitol as lawmakers were meeting and expected to vote to affirm Joe Biden's victory. Due to an "external security threat," no one could enter or exit the Capitol complex, the recording said. A person is reported to have been shot inside the US Capitol amid the chaotic scenes.

Source: Stuff January 06, 2021 20:48 UTC