On Wednesday (6 January), hundreds of pro-Trump supporters and domestic terrorists launched a violent attack on Capitol Hill, breaking into the rotunda and Senate chamber.
One woman was shot dead, and three others died of “medical emergencies” according to Washington DC police, with officers making a further 52 arrests.
The riots came after current president Donald Trump told his supporters to come to Washington and challenge Congress over Joe Biden’s win in the 2020 election.
Social media erupted with videos from the riots. Rainbow flag holders, undoubtedly from the president’s devoted Gays for Trump clan, could be seen amongst the footage.