What Happened?
Fox News Didn't Air it
Assault on Police, Bomb Threats
187 Minutes
Trump Twitter Ban
Supreme Court and Official Acts
A Damning Non-Answer
Pipe Bomb
The January 6 Insurrection
What happened on January 6?
The events of January 6, 2021, marked a significant attempt to overturn the results of the election, thwarted primarily by Mike Pence's refusal to support the plan. Many of Trump's fervent supporters, some affiliated with white nationalist groups, expressed their anger by threatening the former vice president with a noose and storming the Capitol, all fueled by the false belief that the election had been stolen.
Fox News did NOT show this happening
No Live Coverage
Fox News is the leading cable news network in the United States, particularly favored by conservatives, Republicans, and supporters of former President Donald Trump. However, its live coverage of the January 6 hearing was limited to the less-viewed Fox Business Network and its digital platforms. Broadcasting the comprehensive details of the attack on the Capitol and the attempts to undermine the 2020 election would likely have been unwelcome to many core viewers of Fox News. The committee's leaders, Rep. Bennie Thompson and Rep. Liz Cheney, explicitly implicated Trump in these events.
No Coverage of the January 6 Hearings
The hearings would have contradicted narratives promoted by prominent Fox personalities like Tucker Carlson and Sean Hannity, who have downplayed the seriousness of the events. Instead, their prime-time programming continued uninterrupted, presenting an alternate perspective to the stark realities depicted in the hearings. During the hearing, both Thompson and Cheney criticized conspiracy theories propagated by media figures, with Thompson denouncing misleading claims and Cheney referencing the dismissal of election fraud assertions by Trump's former attorney general, William Barr.
Dominion Voting Systems and Spreading Misinformation
Fox's hesitance to air the hearings live can be linked to a pending $1.6 billion defamation lawsuit from Dominion Voting Systems, which accuses the network of spreading false claims about election fraud. This legal context highlights the network's complicated relationship with the narratives it has supported, emphasizing the potential risks of airing content that directly contradicts its established messaging.
140 Officers were assaulted, and two pipe bombs were planted nearby and did not detonate
Pipe Bombs
The FBI noted that the components used to construct the bombs were easily obtainable both in stores and online. In their appeal for public assistance, the FBI encouraged individuals to review their Seeking Information website, which features images and videos of the suspect and the devices. Over the past two years, a dedicated team has conducted approximately 1,000 interviews, visited over 1,200 locations, and reviewed nearly 39,000 video files to gather evidence.
Despite the extensive investigation, the suspect remains unidentified, and the FBI emphasizes the potential danger the individual poses to the public. Although the bombs did not detonate, they were placed in areas close to the U.S. Capitol, raising concerns about the safety of bystanders.
Trump waited 187 Minutes to do anything about the mob attacking the capitol.
The exact timeline of events on January 6, 2021—the day when a mob of supporters of former President Donald Trump's unfounded claims of election fraud stormed the U.S. Capitol in an attempt to disrupt the certification of the presidential election—has become a crucial unanswered question. Even prior to the rioters exiting the Capitol building, conflicting reports emerged regarding the sequence of events, who was aware of what, when that knowledge was obtained, and the actions taken in response.
See the Timeline
Trump Banned on Twitter for Inciting Violence, then Elon Musk reinstated his account.
Twitter Ban
In its announcement, Twitter stated that the suspension was due to the risk of further inciting violence, referencing recent tweets and their context. Trump quickly attempted to circumvent the ban by posting from the @POTUS account, but those tweets were promptly removed. He accused Twitter of silencing him and his supporters, claiming it was an infringement on free speech. While smaller platforms like Gab and Parler have become popular among Trump supporters, he indicated plans to announce a new social media venture.
Musk Reinstatement
Former President Donald Trump's Twitter account has been reinstated under the ownership of billionaire Elon Musk. Following a user poll that showed a narrow majority in favor of reinstatement, Musk announced the decision with the phrase "The people have spoken. Trump will be reinstated." This action marks a significant reversal from Twitter's previous ban on Trump, which was implemented after the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot due to his tweets that violated rules against glorifying violence.
While Musk has expressed intentions to promote free speech and avoid permanent bans, concerns remain about the potential for increased political violence as Trump has continued to spread misinformation about the 2020 election, particularly on his own platform, Truth Social. Although Trump has stated he sees no reason to return to Twitter, the reinstatement could impact the political landscape, especially with his announcement of a 2024 presidential run. Furthermore, Trump's agreement with Truth Social requires him to post there first, raising questions about how he will navigate content sharing across platforms.
The Supreme Court Ruling - Official Acts
Trump v. United States
In Trump v. United States, the central issue revolved around whether former President Donald Trump could claim presidential immunity in a civil lawsuit concerning the January 6 Capitol riot. The case focused on whether actions taken by Trump while in office, particularly his statements and conduct leading up to the events of January 6, fell within the scope of presidential duties, thereby granting him immunity from legal accountability.
The court ultimately ruled that Trump's actions did not constitute official presidential conduct, thereby allowing the lawsuit to proceed. This decision underscored the principle that presidents cannot use their official capacity to shield themselves from consequences related to incitement or unlawful actions. The ruling set a significant precedent regarding the limits of presidential immunity, particularly in cases involving alleged misconduct.
That's a Damning Non-Answer - JD Vance will NOT admit that Trump lost the 2020 election
Pipe Bomb Outside the DNC Office with Kamala Harris Inside
On January 6, 2021, a pipe bomb was discovered outside the Democratic National Committee (DNC) headquarters in Washington, D.C. The device was found shortly before the attack on the U.S. Capitol began that same day. The pipe bomb was constructed using a length of pipe, and it was connected to a timer, indicating it was designed to detonate.
Authorities believe that the bomb was placed there as a diversion to distract law enforcement during the Capitol riot. It was located near a location where many protestors were gathered, and the evacuation of the area allowed the perpetrators to further their agenda without interference. The FBI launched an investigation, and images of a suspect were released, but as of now, the individual responsible has not been apprehended.