After the January 6th riot at the U.S. Capitol, security was beefed up immensely. More police were brought in, a nonscalable fence was built around the entire Capitol, and there’s still a heavy National Guard presence. However, all those extra security measures weren’t enough to keep Congress in a “business as usual” mood, because after reports of whispers that people were planning to storm the Capitol today, the House and Senate scrapped their work schedule for the remainder of the week.
The Washington Post has provided an update on the status of the possible attack on the Capitol:
At the Capitol, a March 4 threat from militant Trump supporters proves a mirage https://t.co/pHUgunuHEN
— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) March 4, 2021
Believe it or not, we can’t say we’re too surprised.
— The Partyman (@PartymanRandy) March 4, 2021
Yet another example of something everyone knew except for the media.
— The Partyman (@PartymanRandy) March 4, 2021
Those providing security in the area saw more reporters than any kind of protesters:
I asked these National Guards troops, “more media than anyone else eh?”
One replied, “true.” Another said, “yes.”
Then we agreed that it’s a beautiful day. pic.twitter.com/YzqDX3RgUr
— Richie?McG? (@RichieMcGinniss) March 4, 2021
The media doesn’t care about either accuracy or not being irresponsible — they’ve got talking points to help spread around.
media shocked to discover the nonexistent threat they built up was nonexistent. https://t.co/9BZiNfHjE6
— Logan Hall (@loganclarkhall) March 4, 2021
A mirage. I remember when they used to call them lies. https://t.co/IW7A9I1j8V
— Gerry Callahan (@GerryCallahan) March 4, 2021
Democracy Dies in Mirages™
— Razor (@hale_razor) March 4, 2021
unexpectedly. https://t.co/9SqWidTb19
— David Harsanyi (@davidharsanyi) March 4, 2021
Mirage? Conspiracy theory? Delusion? https://t.co/QumvIYrNt1
— Sharyl Attkisson?️♂️ (@SharylAttkisson) March 4, 2021
The so-called threat was just enough pretext to keep DC militarized for a couple more months though, eh? https://t.co/Sxa9ZBOMzX
— Anne (@docboogie) March 4, 2021
Does this mean the National Guardsmen can finally go back to their families? https://t.co/vSxapQK1yW
— Daily Caller (@DailyCaller) March 4, 2021
National Guard troops could remain in DC for quite a while longer:
BREAKING: Capitol Police ask that the National Guard remain at the U.S. Capitol for two more months, reflecting continued security concerns. https://t.co/SdYJE6W5gh
— The Associated Press (@AP) March 4, 2021
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