Analysts say Capitol Hill riot sad development for US democracy

Ljubljana, 7 January - Two analysts labelled yesterday's storming of US Congress a sad and regrettable development, but they hope things will now calm down relatively quickly, especially since the Republicans have condemned it, which is reassuring and proof of the resilience of American democracy. Both think security had probably not been sufficient.

Washington, US
Supporters of US President Donald Trump storm the US Capitol Building, interrupting the confirmation of Joe Biden's election victory.
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