The Excerpt Trump's attempt to rewrite Jan 6 history leaves facts unchanged
Jan 9, 2026
Joining the discussion are Bart Jansen, a USA Today White House correspondent covering national politics, and Sarah Weyer, a National correspondent who reported from inside the Capitol on January 6th. They dive into Trump's attempts to rewrite the narrative around the Capitol riot, exploring his unfounded election claims and the violent reality of that day. Sarah shares harrowing eyewitness accounts from inside the House chamber while Bart sheds light on police testimony and the complex aftermath, including reactions to Trump’s pardons and the ongoing public debate over historical memory.
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Rhetoric Fueled The Capitol Breach
- Trump's persistent false claims about the 2020 election set the stage for the January 6 rally and subsequent Capitol breach.
- His speech encouraged protesters to "fight" and march to the Capitol, linking rhetoric to the violence that injured officers.
Inside The Chamber During The Riot
- Sarah Weyer described the sudden shift in the House chamber from routine to panic after a shelter-in-place alert.
- She recalled doors slamming, gas masks, drawn guns, a gunshot that killed Ashley Babbitt, and tear gas filling the chamber.
Hours In The House Safe Room
- Sarah Weyer recounted hours locked in a House safe room with high tension among members and staff.
- She described arguing about interviews, pleas for caution, and a delayed reconvening after police regained control.