US lawmakers mark 2nd anniversary of Capitol Hill riots with special ceremony

Updated : Jan 09, 2023 10:25
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AP

House members gathered on the Capitol Steps Friday to mark the second anniversary of the Jan. 6 insurrection.

Mostly Democrats attended the commemoration which had a moment of silence for the injured and fallen officers.

"The January 6 insurrection shook our Republic to the core. For many in the Congress and across our country, the physical, psychological and emotional scars are still raw," said Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi.

"Yet from the unspeakable horror sprang extraordinary heroism. Law enforcement heroes confronted the insurrectionists to protect the Capitol, the Congress, and our Constitution and is with great respect and admiration that we are joined by the families this morning. Thank you to the families for considering us worthy to share your grief, to honor your loss."

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