Four possible consequences of the Capitol riot hearing

Donald Trump and his aides could face jail, but analysts suggest the investigation may have little effect

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Donald Trump’s address on 6 January 2021 is shown during the hearing in Washington
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Washington is abuzz with speculation as the House Select Committee to Investigate the 6 January attack on the US Capitol held its first public hearing in nearly a year.

The congressional investigation is looking into the potential culpability of former president Donald Trump and other senior Republicans for the violent insurrection following the election of President Biden in 2020.

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