Latest "Capitol attack" stories

National Guard mission to provide security ending at Capitol

The Pentagon announced earlier in the week that an extension of the Guard presence — 2,149 troops — had not been requested.

18 months ago

In this Nov. 17, 2020, image taken from a video, Acting Defense Secretary Christopher Miller speaks at the Pentagon in Washington.

Former acting defense chief to testify on Pentagon’s response to Jan. 6 Capitol riot

Former acting Defense Secretary Christopher Miller is scheduled to testify next week about the Pentagon's role in responding to the deadly Jan. 6 riot at the Capitol.

19 months ago

Lawmaker wants to strip benefits from veterans involved in January’s attack on Congress

Rep. Ruben Gallego says that individuals who attacked the government should not be able to receive military benefits from it.

By Leo Shane III

21 months ago

Pentagon looks to root out extremists aiming to recruit service members

The Defense Department is talking with federal law enforcement agencies as they develop databases on domestic extremists groups, said the senior enlisted adviser to the Joint Chiefs chairman.

By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press

21 months ago

2 charged in assault of US Capitol officer who died after riot

George Tanios, 39, of Morgantown, West Virginia, and Julian Khater, 32, of Pennsylvania, were arrested Sunday on an array of charges, including assaulting a federal officer with a dangerous weapon, conspiracy and other offenses.

21 months ago

Security fencing to be scaled back around US Capitol, officials say

Lawmakers from both parties have decried the fencing as unsightly and beyond what is necessary, but security fears remain high.

21 months ago