Insurrection day
An Insurrection Timeline
On January 6, 2021, a mob of supporters of President Donald Trump attacked the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., attempting to disrupt the certification of the 2020 presidential election results.
Timeline of the Attack
- 12:00 PM: President Trump addressed a "Save America" rally near the White House, repeating claims of election fraud and urging supporters to "fight like hell".
- 1:00 PM: Protesters reached the Capitol perimeter and began overwhelming police barriers.
- 2:11 PM: The building was breached as rioters shattered windows and entered the northwest side.
- 2:13 PM: Vice President Mike Pence was evacuated from the Senate chamber.
- 2:44 PM: Protester Ashli Babbitt was fatally shot by a Capitol Police officer while attempting to breach the Speaker's Lobby.
- 5:40 PM: The Capitol was declared secure after reinforcements from the National Guard and state police arrived.
- 3:42 AM (Jan 7): After reconvening, Congress officially certified Joe Biden as the winner of the 2020 election.
Casualties and Damage
- Fatalities: Seven deaths are directly linked to the attack, including Babbitt (shot), several other rioters who suffered medical emergencies, and five police officers who died in the days and weeks following the event.
- Injuries: Approximately 140 law enforcement officers were injured during the violence.
- Property Damage: The attack resulted in an estimated $1.5 million to $30 million in damage and security costs.
Legal and Political Aftermath
- Impeachment: President Trump was impeached for "incitement of insurrection" on January 13, 2021, but was later acquitted by the Senate.
- Prosecutions: By early 2025, nearly 1,600 individuals were charged with federal crimes ranging from trespassing to seditious conspiracy.
- Pardons (2025): Upon returning to office on January 20, 2025, President Trump issued full and unconditional pardons to all individuals convicted of or charged with crimes related to the January 6 attack.
- Current Status (2026): As of the fifth anniversary today, the official White House website has been updated to frame the events as a "miscarriage of justice" against "peaceful patriotic protesters". Meanwhile, Democratic leaders continue to hold commemorations to prevent what they describe as the "whitewashing" of history.
Today's News Headlines
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Major headlines for West Haven on Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2026, focus on a local traffic accident and community celebrations, alongside regional legal developments.
Local News & Public Safety
- Pedestrian Struck on Frontage Road: On Jan. 5, 2026, a woman was struck by a car near the intersection of Allings Crossing Road and Frontage Road. Police found the woman lying in the roadway; she was alert and transported to a local hospital with unspecified injuries. The driver remained at the scene and is cooperating with investigators.
- Three Kings Day Celebrations: West Haven community members gathered to celebrate Three Kings Day (Epiphany) today, marking the traditional end of the holiday season with cultural events.
- Traffic Advisory: Authorities continue to urge defensive driving and adherence to speed limits following several high-profile accidents in the Greater New Haven area over the first week of 2026.
Regional Legal & Political News
- New Charges in Shelton Stabbing Case: Raul Valle, who was previously acquitted of murder in the 2022 stabbing death of James McGrath, is scheduled to appear in Milford court today. He now faces new charges, including reckless first-degree manslaughter and multiple counts of assault, as prosecutors move to re-try the case.
- New Haven Police Chief Resignation: Headlines in the surrounding area are dominated by the sudden retirement of the New Haven police chief, who stepped down after admitting to the theft and misuse of city funds.
- Jan. 6 Plaque Controversy: On the fifth anniversary of the U.S. Capitol attack, new legal filings have emerged regarding a stalled memorial plaque. The Justice Department is currently seeking to dismiss a lawsuit from officers over the delay in installing the commemorative plaque.
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