Biden: Capitol Mayhem Signals Massive Threat To US Democracy
US President-elect Joe Biden says the chaotic scenes at the Capitol reflect an unprecedented attack on US democracy.
As he condemned the actions of hundreds of Trump supporters who stormed the Capitol building in protest of his certification as President, Biden says the actions do not represent the true American values.
Biden delivered a somber address, calling on President Trump to “go on national television now to fulfil his oath and defend the Constitution and demand an end to this siege” of supporters at the U.S. Capitol.
Shortly after, Trump released a pre-recorded video urging protesters to go home.
Vice President Mike Pence has described as unacceptable, the actions of pro-Trump supporters who stormed the Capitol this afternoon, warning that those involved will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.
Mr. Pence was himself chastised by President Trump today, after he indicated his intent to certify Joe Biden as the next President during this afternoon’s congress sitting.