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Chuck Schumer: “U.S. Capitol Police faced their moment of maximum danger and…”

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Schumer says Venezuela briefing did not answer many of his questions

Published January 6, 2026 | Video Starts at 09:44

All that happened and it was propagated by Donald Trump. But make no mistake, January 6th was also a day when the power of democracy ultimately prevailed. It was a day where U.S. Capitol Police faced their moment of maximum danger and responded with maximum valor. Let us take a moment to remember all our brave public service members, Capitol Police, D.C. police and other officers who died in connection with the attack. (09:44–09:51)

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Asserts that U.S. Capitol Police responded valiantly during the January 6th insurrection.

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