By — Associated Press Associated Press Leave a comment 0comments Share Copy URL https://www.pbs.org/newshour/nation/at-least-one-explosive-device-found-near-u-s-capitol Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter At least one explosive device found near U.S. Capitol Nation Jan 6, 2021 4:54 PM EDT At least one explosive device has been found near the U.S. Capitol amid a violent occupation of the building by supporters of President Donald Trump. Law enforcement officials said the device was no longer a threat Wednesday afternoon. Thousands of supporters of the president occupied the Capitol complex as lawmakers were beginning to tally the electoral votes that will formalize President-elect Joe Biden’s victory. Vice President Mike Pence has called on protesters to leave the Capitol immediately, going further than Trump, who merely called for his supporters to “remain peaceful.” WATCH: D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser speaks after pro-Trump mob breaches U.S. Capitol We're not going anywhere. Stand up for truly independent, trusted news that you can count on! Donate now By — Associated Press Associated Press
At least one explosive device has been found near the U.S. Capitol amid a violent occupation of the building by supporters of President Donald Trump. Law enforcement officials said the device was no longer a threat Wednesday afternoon. Thousands of supporters of the president occupied the Capitol complex as lawmakers were beginning to tally the electoral votes that will formalize President-elect Joe Biden’s victory. Vice President Mike Pence has called on protesters to leave the Capitol immediately, going further than Trump, who merely called for his supporters to “remain peaceful.” WATCH: D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser speaks after pro-Trump mob breaches U.S. Capitol We're not going anywhere. Stand up for truly independent, trusted news that you can count on! Donate now