Pro-Trump rioters storm the US Capitol

Update: 2021-01-07

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Yesterday the world watched on in disbelief as a group of pro-Trump protesters stormed the US Capitol, in a violent display of loyalty to the president. While Congress gathered to certify the election results, thousands of flag-waving supporters broke through police barriers and gained access to the historic building, tearing through offices, breaking furniture and smashing windows. In today’s episode, Irish Times Washington correspondent Suzanne Lynch joins David McKechnie to discuss how the dramatic events unfolded.

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Pro-Trump rioters storm the US Capitol

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Pro-Trump rioters storm the US Capitol

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Pro-Trump rioters storm the US Capitol

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Pro-Trump rioters storm the US Capitol