Washington (CNN) In the weeks after the January 6 riot , Capitol Police officers were shell-shocked and wounded , both physically and psychologically. But in the end they had safeguarded democracy and upheld their primary directive: Secure and protect the 535 members of Congress. said another officer, who like others spoke to CNN on the condition of anonymity to offer a candid assessment of relations between Capitol Police officers, lawmakers and Capitol Hill leadership. Republicans outraged after Pelosi installed the metal detectors vowed to ignore them, prompting the speaker to institute fines for House members who blow through the metal detectors. Some officers say incidents with members and staff only reinforce the notion that they are there for the members' convenience, not protection.

Source: CNN May 27, 2021 10:07 UTC