The Latest Breaking News from Capitol

NJ Capitol rioter who told cop ‘give us Nancy,’ then took Pelosi’s mics, gets 10-day term

A New Jersey man who stole two microphones belonging to Nancy Pelosi and smoked a cigarette in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda was sentenced to 10 days in prison and a year of probation for his role in the Jan. 6 riot.

The Philadelphia Inquirer · Mar 25, 2022

Alex Jones v Sandy Hook: Why the false flag conspiracist is now dodging court

Far-right conspiracy theorist claimed that the mass shooting that killed 26 young children and staff at a Connecticut school never happened

The Independent UK · Mar 25, 2022

Wife of Supreme Court Justice texted Trump chief about overturning 2020 election

The wife of a Supreme Court judge texted Donald Trump begging him to overturn his 2020 election loss as apart of a conspiracy theory that led to the storming of Capitol Hill

Daily Mirror · Mar 25, 2022

California man granted asylum in Belarus after being sought in Jan. 6 riot and police assault

A Northern California man who fled the United States after allegedly assaulting police officers at the U.S. Capital on Jan. 6, 2021, has been granted political asylum in Belarus, state media there announced this week.

Los Angeles Times · Mar 24, 2022

Limited US Capitol tours return Monday, but some say it’s happening too slow

WASHINGTON — Cherry blossoms reached peak bloom in Washington this week, but most tourists in town for the foliage won’t get a chance to step inside the nearby Capitol. Even as the building begins a gradual reopening Monday, spots remain scarce.

Tribune News Service · Mar 23, 2022

FBI seeking Chicago area man who allegedly sprayed officer in Jan. 6 Capitol riot

The man, who likely lives in the Chicago area, sprayed a federal officer and smashed the Capitol’s windows with a police-style baton, the FBI said.

Chicago Sun-Times · Mar 23, 2022

Washington governor signs bills tightening gun rules

Washington has joined nine other states, including California and New Jersey, that restrict firearm magazine capacity size

The Independent UK · Mar 23, 2022

Alex Jones v Sandy Hook: Why the false flag conspiracist is now dodging court

Far-right conspiracy theorist claimed that the mass shooting that killed 26 young children and staff at a Connecticut school never happened

The Independent UK · Mar 23, 2022

Limited Capitol tours return Monday, but some say it’s happening too slowly - Roll Call

“The distance between government and the people has grown,” said Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton, urging faster action.

Roll Call · Mar 23, 2022

US Capitol reopening for limited public tours after 2 years

The U.S. Capitol will reopen to the public on Monday for guided tours for limited groups of people who have registered in advance

The Independent UK · Mar 23, 2022