Latest "Jan. 6 Capitol riot" stories

U.S. soldiers with the Virginia National Guard listen to a squad leader briefing after arriving near the Capitol in Washington on, Jan. 13, 2021.

Military leader defends Jan. 6 response as House steps up probes

Lt. Gen. Walter Piatt echoed comments from other senior military leaders about the perception of soldiers being used to secure the election process.

2 years ago

Judge: Army veteran charged with bringing guns to DC had militia ties

A judge ordered a Vietnam veteran charged with bringing weapons to Washington on Jan. 6 to remain jailed until his trial on firearms charges.

2 years ago

The link between extremism and military functioning

One measure to address extremism might be to establish guidance on when extremist activities impact good order, discipline, say the authors of this commentary.

By Marek N. Posard, William Marcellino, and Todd Helmus

2 years ago

2 charged in Jan. 6 assault of Capitol cop, a military vet, to remain behind bars

The judge said the assault with chemical spray on Capitol Police Officer Brian Sicknick and two other officers contributed to the mob's ability to breach the police line that had been guarding the Capitol.

2 years ago

Partisan politics has no place in today’s (or tomorrow’s) military

The emerging partisanship of the armed forces needs to be corrected before it's too late, says the author of this commentary.

By Jacob Richardson

3 years ago

Mobile vet centers deployed at Capitol to provide mental health resources for siege survivors, responders

The trauma of that day has been lingering for those who experienced it.

By Howard Altman

3 years ago