Here & Now Anytime 'He died in vain': Brother of fallen Capitol officer on rewriting of Jan. 6
Jan 6, 2026
Craig Sicknick, brother of Capitol Police Officer Brian Sicknick, shares heartfelt reflections on his brother's death during the Jan. 6 attack. He expresses anger over false narratives and political pardons for those involved. U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen discusses pressing concerns about the U.S. response to Venezuela, addressing military authority and regional implications following President Maduro's potential removal. Together, they delve into the complexities of grief, political accountability, and international relations.
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Brother Remembers Brian's Final Moments
- Craig Sicknick recounts Brian collapsing after being pepper-sprayed and dying the next day.
- He describes family grief and anger as they confronted denial and misinformation after the attack.
Family Refuses Handshake At Medal Ceremony
- Craig describes refusing to shake hands with Republican leaders at a medal ceremony as a protest.
- He says the gesture was to show his family's lack of respect for officials they blamed for inaction.
Family Faced Conspiracy Theories And Threats
- Craig shares that relatives pushed QAnon falsehoods, claiming Brian wasn't dead.
- He says he received threats for speaking out against the cause of his brother's death.