Latest "Brian Sicknick" stories

Medical ruling: Capitol cop Sicknick died of natural causes

Investigators initially believed the officer was hit in the head with a fire extinguisher, based on statements collected early in the investigation.

3 years ago

Capitol needs a permanent Guard team in case of security emergencies, report says

The quick response force could be staffed with Guardsmen on three-month rotations to the national Capitol region.

By Leo Shane III

3 years ago

Guard response to Capitol riots wasn’t hurt by politics, officials insist

Former Capitol Hill security leaders say they did not see intelligence predicting the need for military assistance ahead of the attack.

By Leo Shane III

3 years ago

Slain Capitol Police officer, a military veteran, honored: ‘We will never forget’

Slain U.S. Capitol Police Officer Brian Sicknick died after defending the Capitol on Jan. 6 against the mob that stormed the building. A ceremonial departure for Arlington National Cemetery was planned Wednesday for the New Jersey Air National Guard veteran.

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

Officer killed in attack on Congress to lie in honor at Capitol, be interred at Arlington Cemetery

Brian Sicknick was a New Jersey Air National Guard veteran and 12-year Capitol Police officer who died after confronting rioters storming the Capitol building.

By Leo Shane III

3 years ago