Top Republican blames military officials’ concerns about image for delaying National Guard on Jan. 6
The Capitol riot on January 6th, 2021, was a day that will be etched into the history books forever. What unfolded that day sent shockwaves through the nation and raised questions about the response to the violence that erupted in the nation’s capital. Now, a new revelation has come to light regarding the delayed deployment of the National Guard to the Capitol, implicating military officials for defying former President Trump.
Rep. Barry Loudermilk, a prominent Republican leading the investigation into the House select committee on Jan. 6, has shed light on a troubling revelation. Loudermilk, serving as the chair of the House Administration Committee’s subcommittee on oversight, conducted a thorough investigation into the events of that fateful day. According to Loudermilk, there was a deliberate delay in sending the National Guard to the Capitol, orchestrated by leaders within the Pentagon: “Yes, it was leaders within the Pentagon that, either through incompetence, poor communications, or a concern of optics, purposely delayed the National Guard actually getting to the Capitol.”
The consequences of this delayed response were dire. Lives were lost, chaos ensued, and the Capitol was under siege. Loudermilk expressed that had the National Guard arrived promptly, lives could have been saved and the unfolding violence could have been swiftly suppressed. Pelosi and other Democrats initially blamed Trump for the delayed deployment, while Trump shifted the blame back to Pelosi. The blame game continued, with each side trying to absolve themselves of responsibility.
However, as investigations continue, new evidence is being unearthed. Loudermilk’s panel released never-before-seen footage captured by Alexandra Pelosi for an HBO documentary. The footage sheds light on key moments during the unrest, including Pelosi’s interactions with military officials and D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser. These clips provide a glimpse into the chaos and confusion that engulfed the Capitol that day.
Despite the finger-pointing and attempts to assign blame, one thing remains clear: the delayed response of the National Guard had severe repercussions. The images of that day are etched into the memories of all who witnessed the events unfold. The question of accountability still looms large, and the search for answers continues.
As the investigation delves deeper into the events of Jan. 6, the American people demand transparency and accountability. The truth must be brought to light, and those responsible for the delayed response must be held accountable. The events of that day shook the very foundation of American democracy, and the scars left behind serve as a stark reminder of the fragility of our institutions.
