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On 6th January, the US Congress met on Capitol Hill in Washington to certify the victory of Joe Biden as President.
This formality, typically overlooked by the media, transformed into a battle in the heart of the nation's democracy.
At noon, President Trump addressed a rally in sight of the White House, reiterating unsubstantiated claims that he had won the elections.
Spurred on by the President's words, the crowd marched to the Capitol building.
Whilst for some this was a peaceful protest, the situation soon dissolved into chaos.
The special police force for the Capitol were overwhelmed as hundreds of people forced their way into the building.
Members of Congress, including the Vice President Mike Pence, sheltered in an undisclosed location as the mob occupied both chambers and raided offices.
Members of the media had camera equipment torn from their hands.
A Capitol police officer numbered among five who lost their lives following the storming of Congress, while over 60 other officers sustained injuries.
Forces from neighbouring states and Washington metropolitan police were brought in to quell the insurrection and the Congress's confirmation proceedings resumed.
Vice President Mike Pence addressed Congress.
Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi also addressed the representatives gathered again to confirm the election results.
