Trump Acknowledges Desire to Join Capitol Riot, Denies Physical Altercation with Secret Service
Former President Donald Trump confirms his intent to join the January 6 Capitol march, refuting claims of attempting to seize control from his security detail.
- Donald Trump admitted he wanted to go to the U.S. Capitol during the January 6, 2021, riots, a statement he made at a recent rally in Wisconsin.
- Trump denied allegations that he lunged at Secret Service agents or tried to take control of the vehicle on that day.
- The former president mocked the testimony of ex-White House aide Cassidy Hutchinson, who claimed he had been aggressive towards his security detail.
- Trump's statements come as he faces federal charges related to his role in the events of January 6 and his efforts to overturn the 2020 election results.
- The ongoing controversy around Trump's actions and intentions during the Capitol riot remains a central issue in current political discourse.