Capitol Honors January 6 Defenders With New Memorial Plaque

Following a multi-year delay, a bronze plaque has been installed at the U.S. Capitol to honor the police officers who defended the building during the January 6, 2021, attack.

6 articles·March 2 – March 7, 2026

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A bronze plaque honoring police officers who defended the Capitol on January 6, 2021, has been installed at the building's West Front.
The installation fulfills a federal law mandate that had faced a three-year delay since its initial passage in 2021.
The project was finalized following a recent Senate vote to proceed with the memorial tribute.

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