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How Washington, D.C. Is Recovering In Aftermath Of Capitol Siege, How It Impacts Inauguration Day, And Where The Deeply-Divided GOP Goes From Here
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Jan 7, 2021
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How Washington, D.C. Is Recovering In Aftermath Of Capitol Siege, How It Impacts Inauguration Day, And Where The Deeply-Divided GOP Goes From Here

Today on AirTalk, we discuss the ramifications of last night's insurrection on Capitol Hill. Also on the show, we break down where the Republican party goes following the insurrection and eventual end to Trump's presidential term; discuss the logistics of invoking the 25th amendment; and more.
TOPSHOT - Damage is seen inside the US Capitol building early on January 7, 2021 in Washington, DC, after supporters of US President Donald Trump breeched security and entered the building during a session of Congress. - Donald Trump's supporters stormed a session of Congress held today, January 6, to certify Joe Biden's election win, triggering unprecedented chaos and violence at the heart of American democracy and accusations the president was attempting a coup. (Photo by Olivier DOULIERY / AFP) (Photo by OLIVIER DOULIERY/AFP via Getty Images)
Damage is seen inside the US Capitol building early on January 7, 2021 in Washington, DC, after supporters of US President Donald Trump breeched security and entered the building during a session of Congress.
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Today on AirTalk, we discuss the ramifications of last night's insurrection on Capitol Hill. Also on the show, we break down where the Republican party goes following the insurrection and eventual end to Trump's presidential term; discuss the logistics of invoking the 25th amendment; and more.

How Washington, D.C. Is Recovering In Aftermath Of Capitol Siege, How It Impacts Inauguration Day, And Where The Deeply-Divided GOP Goes From Here
Listen • 25:58
Congress confirmed Democrat Joe Biden as the presidential election winner before dawn Thursday after a violent mob loyal to President Donald Trump stormed the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday in a stunning attempt to overturn the election, undercut the nation’s democracy and keep Trump in the White House.
In Aftermath Of Last Night’s Siege, We Dive Into National Security And 25th Amendment
Listen • 18:15
Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer is calling on President Donald Trump’s Cabinet to remove him from office following Wednesday’s violent assault on the Capitol by the president’s supporters.
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