Capitol police unprepared for attack

Thursday, Jan. 7, 2021

The damage was substantial in the attack on the U.S. Capitol. Law enforcement seemed unprepared for the mob even though it was clear there would be a major protest. Kevin Robinson is a former assistant police chief in the City of Phoenix. He spoke with Horizonte host Jose Cardenas.

Clear warning signs

The “Save America” protest was planned in advance with Republicans promoting across social media. President Trump even tweeting “Big protest in D.C. on January 6th. Be there, will be wild!”

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