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Hockey Stick Havoc: Rapid Assault at Capitol Riot Leaves Mark on Police Force

Washington, D.C. — A chilling attack during the Capitol riot illustrates the level of violence directed at law enforcement as one man, wielding a hockey stick, struck police officers 11 times within a mere 16 seconds. This brutal episode underscores the intensity of the January 6 insurrection, where the rule of law was violently challenged. The assailant, identified as a man from suburban Detroit, was not a casual participant but rather showed premeditation and heinous …

Trump Incorrectly Asserts Zero Fatalities During January 6 Capitol Riot

Washington, D.C. — Former President Donald Trump made an unfounded claim that no one died during the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol. This statement starkly contradicts widely reported facts and official accounts that confirm several fatalities associated with the violent event. The incident, a significant breach of national security, resulted in the deaths of five individuals, including a police officer. Trump’s erroneous assertion appears to be part of an ongoing narrative to downplay …

Seattle Community Shaken as Chef Fatally Stabbed at Capitol Hill Station, Suspect Detained

SEATTLE — A shocking incident unfolded in May when Corey Bellett, a 37-year-old local chef, was fatally stabbed at the Capitol Hill Light Rail station in Seattle. The tragic event occurred on the evening of May 11 and was caught on the station’s surveillance cameras. The altercation began when Bellett inadvertently brushed past Shawn Patrick Moore, a 26-year-old man, inside the station. Court documents reveal that the brief encounter escalated quickly into a violent confrontation. …

Deadly Midnight Incident in Seattle’s Capitol Hill Ends in Tragedy for Local Woman

SEATTLE — A woman was fatally shot in Seattle’s Capitol Hill neighborhood early Monday, sparking a homicide investigation as police seek clues and appeal to the public for information. This incident occurred shortly before 12:30 a.m. on the bustling 1000 block of East Pike Street, adding to a worrying trend of gun violence in the city. Authorities arrived at the scene to find the victim with a gunshot wound. Despite immediate lifesaving attempts by officers …

Suicide among Capitol Police officers linked to Jan. 6 insurrection

Manhattan: Tragedy struck as the nation grappled with the aftermath of the events on January 6th, resulting in the deaths and injuries of multiple police officers. Capitol Police officer Brian Sicknick suffered multiple strokes after the confrontation with protesters, leading to his untimely death. The medical examiner attributed Sicknick’s passing to the events of that fateful day. In a heartbreaking turn, Officer Jeffrey Smith of the Metropolitan Police Department experienced a significant change in behavior …

UCLA Attack Compared to Jan. 6 Capitol Riot by LA Mayor Bass

Los Angeles, California – Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass drew comparisons on Wednesday between the recent violence at UCLA and the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol on January 6, describing the events as sudden and unexpected. The chaotic scene unfolded on the night of April 30, as a large group descended upon the UCLA campus in Westwood, attacking pro-Palestinian protesters who had been staging an encampment outside Royce Hall since April 25. The assailants tore …

Capitol Police Officer Endorsed by Nancy Pelosi for Maryland’s 3rd Congressional District Seat

Montgomery County, Maryland – Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, a Democrat from California, has thrown her support behind former Capitol Police Officer Harry Dunn in his bid for the 3rd Congressional District seat in Maryland. Dunn gained recognition for his brave actions during the violent attack on the Capitol Building on January 6, 2021, with Pelosi commending his courage and dedication to protecting democracy. Pelosi, who personally experienced Dunn’s bravery that fateful day, highlighted his …

Trump’s Attempt to Rewrite History Exposed by Biden’s Video Evidence of Capitol Riot

Wilmington, Delaware – President Joe Biden recently criticized Donald Trump’s unfounded claims regarding the 2020 election, highlighting that the real attempt to steal the election was carried out by Trump himself during the violent insurrection at the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. Since the events of January 6th, Trump has been attempting to rewrite history by labeling his supporters as “peaceful” and referring to those involved in the violence as “hostages.” Additionally, he has …

Trump’s Attempted Election Theft Exposed by Biden’s Condemnation of Capitol Attack

Wilmington, Delaware – President Joe Biden condemned Donald Trump’s false claims about the 2020 election, highlighting that the only attempt to steal the election was Trump’s violent attack on the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. In response to Trump’s revisionist history, where he referred to the violent mob as “peaceful” and declared his intent to pardon those involved, Biden took to Twitter to set the record straight. Biden’s tweet accompanied a video that juxtaposed …

Capitol Attack Defendants Promised Release by Trump

Washington, D.C. – Former President Trump has made a bold statement regarding the individuals who participated in the violent attack on the Capitol on January 6. In a recent address, Trump vowed to release those who are currently in jail awaiting trial for their involvement in the disturbing events that unfolded that day. This declaration has sparked significant controversy and debate among lawmakers and the public alike. Many critics have expressed outrage at Trump’s proposal, …