Apparently there have been shots fired inside the US Capitol Building which has been taken over by protestors. This seems like a very serious situation. In some of the photos released, security personnel are shown pointing firearms. There has been a report of gunshots, but I am not sure if anyone has been injured.
The Capitol Building has been locked down, and they are trying to get the situation under control. Tear gas has been used extensively and obviously there are firearms in the area.
The situation is still very much developing so there isn't a lot of information available. I know protesters unlawfully broke into the building. There is one image of the people who entered staying within a roped area that was shown on Twitter.
The mayor of DC Muriel Bowser has declared a 6pm curfew.
President Trump has tweeted telling his followers not to use violence. It seems the main people involved in this are Trump supporters who are dissatisfied with what electors are projected to do today as they believe there has been widespread voter fraud in the country.
I think as Catholics we must pray that people do not use violence in this situation. There are mechanisms set up and we must resort to those even if we feel there has been injustice committed. Even if the system is absolutely corrupt, firing shots or committing acts of violence will not bring about the outcome that these people are looking for. In fact, using violence will only undermine the position of the Trump supporters.
There has been significant violence coming from the Left and it has largely been downplayed. Sadly, if there is any violence on the part of the Right, it will probably be emphasized over and over to the point where people will think they are the cause of all political violence.
Let's all pray for a peaceful outcome that brings out the truth in terms of the political situation and the election.
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