WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. Capitol locked down Wednesday with lawmakers inside as violent clashes broke out between supporters of President Donald Trump police.
An announcement was played inside the Capitol as lawmakers were meeting and expected to vote to affirm Joe Biden's victory.
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The skirmishes occurred outside the building, in the very spot president-elect Biden will be inaugurated in just two weeks.
Protesters tore down metal barricades at the bottom of the Capitol's steps and were met by officers in riot gear.
Some tried to push past the officers who held shields and officers could be seen firing pepper spray into the crowd to keep them back.
The president tweeted,
US Capitol locked down as Trump supporters clash with police
