After giving evidence during the House Select Committee's investigation into the attack on Washington, DC on July 27, 2016, law enforcement personnel were asked to leave.WASHINGTON - The House Select Committee that investigated the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol held its first hearing. Four officers testified about the harrowing experiences they had in fighting back a pro-Trump mob who tried to stop Joe Biden's certification as the winner of 2020.However, other officers who defended Congress Jan. 6 do not believe that the new proceedings will be able to protect them or the Capitol. BuzzFeed News spoke to a few officers who didn't testify Tuesday and none expressed optimism.One officer stated that they have seen it all before. Another officer said, "I just hope it happens. You never know what this place will bring." A third said that he doesn't think it will happen because it has happened before.One Capitol Police officer described Tuesday's testimony as fascinating, but questioned whether more hearings were necessary since Congress had already held several and produced a lengthy report about the insurrection.It is not clear if it will go anywhere," said one Capitol Police officer. He spoke to BuzzFeed News anonymously because officers are not allowed to speak to reporters. There was much talk. The most important thing is that the American people knew it was more than a tour.Clyde was referring to Republican Rep. Andrew Clyde who stated in May that Jan. 6 rioters walking through the Capitol looked like tourists. He also tried to speed the House floor by barricading the doors of the House chamber. Clyde and other Republican lawmakers later reversed their course and attempted to downplay Jan. 6.After Senate Republicans stopped an earlier attempt at creating an independent, nonpartisan commission, only two Republicans now serve on the Select Committee. After a disagreement with Kevin McCarthy, the House Republican Leader, Nancy Pelosi, nominated two Republicans for the Select Committee, Reps. Liz Cheney, and Adam Kinzinger.One officer spoke out about Republicans, claiming that they have collective amnesia.Another officer stated that these so-called law-and-order people, who so-called love police, are turning their backs on what happened. It is quite shocking that Republicans are refusing to take part in this.Both the Senate and House approved a $2 billion supplemental bill Thursday. It includes money to strengthen the Capitol. Some officers suggested that temporary measures could have already been in place following the attack.One officer suggested a transparent glass structure to secure the speakers' office. Another suggested putting a metal rod between the Capitol's exterior-facing shutters. Capitol Police Sergeant. Aquilino Gnell concluded his testimony by saying that fortifying Capitol would be beneficial.One officer said that the problem lies in the culture of this area. BuzzFeed News was informed by one officer. When you want security, historians and interior decorators are not to be trusted. To lock or move a piece of furniture, you need to consult 15 committees.The spokesperson for the Architect of the Capitols did not immediately respond to the officer's concerns.Before anyone can return to this building, they must ensure that all sensitive areas are protected. One officer stated that the idea of a secure and open building is absurd.Others complained about communication breakdowns between Capitol Police on both the Senate and House side and claimed that this contributed to the gaps in Jan. 6.One officer stated that there is no common policy among the bodies.Because of the committee, the officer did not expect anything to change.They said that we had two impeachments, but nothing happened. This hearing is a good example of how you can have impeachments by the president and nothing happens.
