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The Latest: Hegseth suggests National Guard use for homeland defense will expand under Trump

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is fielding sharp questions from members of Congress about his tumultuous start as Pentagon chief, including his sharing of sensitive military details over a Signal chat, in Capitol Hill hearings

The Independent UK · Jun 10, 2025

Trump Mocked for Calling LA Protesters 'Insurrectionists,' Demanding Jail Time: 'He Pardoned the Insurrectionists'

Donald Trump was mocked after declaring that Los Angeles residents protesting against ICE were "insurrectionists" despite pardoning Capitol rioters.

Latin Times · Jun 9, 2025

Enrique Tarrio and other freed January 6 convicts sue over prosecutions

Ex-leader of far-right Proud Boys and three others whom Trump gave pardons or commutations sue government

The Guardian - US · Jun 6, 2025

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5 Proud Boys sue US government over Jan. 6 prosecutions

Five members of the Proud Boys, a far-right militant group, have filed a lawsuit claiming their constitutional rights were violated when they were prosecuted for their participation in the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol

The Independent UK · Jun 6, 2025

Photos of the week | May 30-June 5, 2025 - Roll Call

As Congress returned from the Memorial Day recess, the Senate started work on the budget reconciliation bill.

Roll Call · Jun 6, 2025

As lawmakers tried to name an official steak, Texas students learned how to find the best beef

Far from the Capitol, students at Texas Tech spend time examining the quality of beef for meat judging competitions.

The Texas Tribune · Jun 5, 2025

Michael Sullivan named chief of Capitol Police - Roll Call

The Capitol Police board has picked Michael G. Sullivan, a former interim chief of police in Phoenix, to lead the Capitol Police.

Roll Call · Jun 4, 2025

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Musk sends Republicans into chaos as he shreds Trump’s ‘big beautiful bill’ — ‘He doesn’t get to vote’

Tesla billionaire’s tweet complicates Republican plan to pass the massive domestic spending bill, Eric Garcia reports from Capitol Hill

The Independent UK · Jun 3, 2025

Capitol Police union comes out hard against acting Chief Gallagher - Roll Call

The union called on the police board to rescind the interim appointment of acting Chief Sean Gallagher, saying he “fails to meet the standard.”

Roll Call · Jun 3, 2025

Former Capitol attack prosecutor slams Trump pardons of January 6 defendants

Greg Rosen, who is moving into the private sector, said the pardons send ‘a terrible message to the American people’

The Guardian - US · Jun 3, 2025

Video shows pastors arrested in Capitol Rotunda prayer-against-Trump encore

The Independent was there as several religious activists were hauled away Monday for demonstrating against potential GOP cuts to Medicaid in President Trump’s ‘One Big, Beautiful Bill’

The Independent UK · Jun 2, 2025

Congressional agencies look for boost amid government downsizing - Roll Call

Legislative branch agencies are generally asking for funding hikes during an era when the White House is slashing spending.

Roll Call · Jun 2, 2025

Trump’s pardon attorney considers full clemency for Oath Keepers and founder Stewart Rhodes over Jan. 6 crimes

Ed Martin is reviewing requests to pardon far-right militia members charged with treason-related crimes

The Independent UK · May 28, 2025

He led a Capitol Police force reeling after Jan. 6. Now Chief Manger is retiring

“Things are better than they were when I started,” says J. Thomas Manger, who is retiring after almost four years as chief.

Roll Call · May 28, 2025

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Evening Standard · May 26, 2025

FBI reopens investigation into cocaine found at White House during Joe Biden's presidency

The US security service has also ‘reopened’ an inquiry into a leaked Supreme Court ruling and Capitol riots

Roll Call · May 23, 2025

Photos of the week | May 16-22, 2025 - Roll Call

It was a sad week in Washington with the death of Rep. Gerald E. Connolly, D-Va., and the shooting of two Israeli Embassy workers.

Latin Times · May 21, 2025

Capitol Rioter Burglarized Virginia Home Months After Being Pardoned by Trump: Police

Months after being pardoned by President Donald Trump for his role in the Capitol riot, a man has been arrested after allegedly breaking into a Virginia home.

The Independent UK · May 20, 2025

Former Jan 6 defendant convicted of gun charges after arrest near Obama’s home

A military veteran illegally possessed guns and ammunition in his van when he was arrested near President Barack Obama’s home

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The Independent UK · May 20, 2025

Jan 6 rioter who smashed glass Ashli Babbitt crawled through is charged with burglary in Virginia

A Capitol rioter who attacked police on January 6, 2021 and smashed the glass that fellow rioter Ashli Babbitt crawled through before she was shot and killed has once again been arrested, this time for theft.

The Guardian - US · May 20, 2025

Trump visits Capitol to urge House Republicans to pass ‘big, beautiful bill’

President says party has ‘unbelievable unity’ to ensure passage in House but some lawmakers remain opposed

Roll Call · May 20, 2025

Ashli Babbitt settlement sends ‘sickening’ message to police, Dems say - Roll Call

Capitol Police chief says he’s “extremely disappointed" as the Justice Department prepares to settle with the family of slain Jan. 6 rioter.

The Guardian - US · May 20, 2025

January 6 rioter who was pardoned by Trump arrested for burglary

Zachary Alam was imprisoned for role in Capitol attack and later pardoned, and now allegedly entered Virginia home and stole items

The Independent UK · May 19, 2025

Trump administration reaches $5 million settlement with Capitol rioter Ashli Babbitt’s family: report

Babbitt’s family filed wrongful death lawsuit after officer fatally shot her on January 6

The Guardian - US · May 19, 2025

Trump officials reportedly reach $5m settlement in January 6 wrongful death suit

Family sought $30m in damages after Ashli Babbitt was fatally shot by police during 2021 US Capitol breach

The Guardian - US · May 19, 2025

January 6 officer calls Trump ‘petty’ for Republican refusal to hang Capitol plaque

Michael Fanone slams Mike Johnson and Republicans for long delaying congressionally approved officer tribute

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