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What caused the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack?
On the afternoon of January 6, 2021, supporters of Donald Trump stormed the United...
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January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol by Trump supporters
Supporters of Donald Trump during an attack on the U.S. Capitol, Washington, D.C.,...
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January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol
Supporters of Donald Trump attacking the Capitol in Washington, D.C., January 6,...
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Gadsden flag at the January 6 U.S. Capitol attack
The Gadsden (“Don't Tread on Me”) flag flying in front of supporters of Donald Trump...
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Hawley's iconic moment
Republican Sen. Josh Hawley is shown raising his fist in solidarity with protesters...
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