Senate Approves Plaque Honoring Capitol Officers for January 6th Riot Response
Sen. Thom Tillis of North Carolina recently announced that Senate Majority Leader John Thune has approved the hanging of a plaque to honor the officers who protected the U.S. Capitol during the January 6, 2021 riot. Tillis, along with Sen. Jeff Merkley, secured unanimous consent to pass a resolution for displaying the plaque after House Speaker Mike Johnson declined to do so until 2025. Tillis expressed gratitude to Sen. Thune for allowing the display until a permanent location is determined.
The decision to hang the plaque was seen as a significant departure by Senate Republicans from former President Trump, who continued to spread misinformation about the events of January 6th. CBS News correspondent Scott MacFarlane highlighted the move as a notable shift in support away from Trump, particularly in light of recent statements made by the former president on a new White House web page.
In a show of bipartisan unity, Senators Tillis and Merkley successfully pushed for the approval of a resolution to display a plaque honoring the Capitol officers who defended the U.S. Capitol during the January 6th riot. The plaque, which was initially refused by House Speaker Mike Johnson until 2025, will now be displayed with the support of Senate Majority Leader John Thune. This decision marks a significant step in recognizing the bravery and sacrifice of the officers who protected the Capitol.