Lightning Strikes U.S. Capitol and Iconic Landmarks on New Year's Eve
Social media users link lightning strikes in Washington, D.C., and New York City to divine messages and political symbolism ahead of Trump’s second inauguration.
- Lightning struck the U.S. Capitol, Washington Monument, Empire State Building, and One World Trade Center on New Year's Eve, with no immediate reports of structural damage.
- The strikes, coinciding with New Year's celebrations, sparked online speculation about potential divine or symbolic messages, particularly among Trump supporters.
- Prominent social media figures and Trump supporters suggested the lightning was an omen tied to Donald Trump’s upcoming second inauguration on January 20.
- Some users interpreted the event as a warning or commentary on political dynamics, while others viewed it as a sign of hope or change for the future.
- The Capitol and other affected landmarks are equipped with lightning rods, which are designed to safely redirect electrical energy into the ground.
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