US January 6 Committee subpoenas Donald Trump to testify

NY: Pro-Trump Supporters Breach The U.S. Capitol Building

Pro-Trump protesters inside the US Capitol building. On January 6, 2021, Pro-Trump supporters and far-right forcesflooded Washington DC to protest Trump's election loss. Hundreds breached the U.S. Capitol Building, aproximately 13 were arrested and one protester was killed. (Photo by Michael Nigro/Sipa USA) Credit: Michael Nigro/Sipa USA

Former United States President Donald Trump will be subpoened to testify before the house committee investigating the January 6, 2021 attack on the US Capitol. Describing Mr Trump as "the central player" in the insurrection, the Committee voted unanimously for him to be compelled to give evidence and be accountable for his actions. If he doesn't, he could face criminal charges and imprisonment.



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