Capitol riot: A look back at violence and fallout 3 years later (65 images)

On January 6, 2021, supporters of former President Donald Trump stormed U.S. Capitol in Washington, aiming to stop the Electoral College vote count to certify Joe Biden as the winner of the 2020 election. Congress has investigated and criminal cases continue three years after the assault on democracy as U.S. voters enter another election year.

Supporters of former President Donald Trump storm the U.S. Capitol to disrupt the Electoral College vote count that would certify Joe Biden as winner of the 2020 election on January 6, 2021. Photo by Leigh Vogel/UPI

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Trump supporters breach the security perimeter and clash with U.S. Capitol police. Photo by Ken Cedeno/UPI

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Trump delivers remarks to supporters gathered at the Ellipse in Washington before the day turned violent. Photo by Shawn Thew/UPI

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Supporters listen as Trump speaks at the rally. Pool Photo by Shawn Thew/UPI

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