Crime & Justice

Jan. 6 Rioter Fired Gun Twice Into Air at Capitol: New Footage

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This is the first time insurrectionists can be seen discharging firearms during the Capitol riot.

Amanda Yen
Amanda Yen 

Breaking News Intern

Trump supporters clash with police and security forces as people try to storm the US Capitol on January 6, 2021 in Washington, DC.
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Amanda Yen

Amanda Yen

Breaking News Intern

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