A grim reminder of the events of the Jan. 6 U.S. Capitol riot has been removed, Capitol police said on Wednesday.
According to Capitol police, the fencing that surrounded the U.S. Capitol since the riot has been removed, and all roadways that had been blocked are now open.
The fencing was installed when the National Guard established a presence on Capitol Hill in the wake of the riot that led to five deaths – including that of one Capitol police officer.
The extra security was in place in anticipation of potential violence surrounding President Joe Biden’s inauguration, and it lingered as reports of additional threats poured in.
D.C. officials repeatedly called for its removal shortly after the inauguration.
The fencing not only helped create an image of a militarized capital, it created hurdles for drivers and pedestrians in the area.
While the fencing has been removed, Capitol police say they are “ready to quickly ramp up security at a moment’s notice, if needed.”
Democrats getting More embarrased by the day !!!! Keeping Americans from THEIR Capital !!!!!
OH, the Democrat Seige must be over now !!!!
Bill the Democrats for ALL the cost of Their Seige , waisting all those Natl Guard troops & police for Bullshhht !!