US Capitol Riot "First Time Seeing Such Scenes Since Vietnam War Protest"

CNN, Fox and Other US Broadcasters Unanimously Criticize
Trump Calls for Peaceful Protests Instead of Halting Demonstrations

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[Asia Economy New York=Correspondent Baek Jong-min] An unprecedented incident occurred where protesters stormed the U.S. Capitol, halting the certification of President-elect Joe Biden and forcing lawmakers to evacuate urgently.

The incident, which took place on the 6th (local time), has left U.S. media stunned as they provide detailed live coverage of the situation both inside and outside the Capitol.

Chris Wallace, an anchor for the pro-Trump broadcaster Fox News, expressed regret, saying, "This is the first time I've seen such scenes since the Vietnam War protests."

Anti-Trump broadcasters such as CNN have also scheduled emergency news coverage. CNN reported that the protesters stormed the Capitol following encouragement from President Trump.

President Trump emphasized the need to overturn the election results at an outdoor rally near the White House just before the joint session of Congress to certify Biden's victory was to begin.

After the Capitol was occupied by protesters, President Trump tweeted, "Support the Capitol police and law enforcement. They are on the side of the country. Be peaceful!" However, he did not call for the protests to stop.

Regarding the incident, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi requested additional support from the National Guard, and Washington D.C. decided to impose a curfew starting at 6 p.m. that day, but it remains uncertain whether the protest situation will calm down.

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