Profile In Focus | Wikileaks - Part 20 (January 2021)
Russia Is A Terrorist State: Part 2 (2000s)
Profile In Focus | Wikileaks - Part 20 (January 2021)
“Crowd of Trump supporters marching on the US Capitol on 6 January 2021, ultimately leading to the building being breached and several deaths” by Tap TheForwardAssist under CC BY-SA 4.0.
In January 2021, the United States witnessed unprecedented events that shook the nation. The month began with a shocking incident in Wisconsin, where a pharmacist intentionally spoiled COVID-19 vaccines, believing them to be unsafe. This incident raised concerns about the safety and security of vaccine distribution.
On January 6th, chaos erupted in the U.S. Capitol as a pro-Trump mob stormed the building in a bid to overturn the election results. The mob's actions led to the evacuation of lawmakers and resulted in violence, vandalism, and the tragic loss of lives. The events at the Capitol exposed deep divisions within the country and sparked a national reckoning.
The insurrection at the Capitol prompted calls for the 25th Amendment to be invoked, with many believing that President Trump had incited the mob with his false claims of election fraud. The House of Representatives swiftly moved to impeach Trump for the second time, making him the first president in U.S. history to face impeachment twice.
As the country grappled with the aftermath of the Capitol attack, the investigation into the poisoning of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny continued. Navalny was detained upon his return to Moscow, a move that drew international condemnation. His team released an investigation into what they claimed to be "Putin's Palace," shedding light on alleged corruption at the highest levels of the Russian government.
Meanwhile, former NSA contractor Reality Winner, who had leaked classified documents to the media, alleged sexual assault by a guard while in prison. Her case highlighted concerns about the treatment of whistleblowers and the conditions within the prison system.
On January 20th, a new chapter in American politics began as Joe Biden was inaugurated as the 46th President of the United States. His inauguration, unlike any other in history, took place amid a pandemic and heightened security measures. Biden emphasized the need for unity and addressed the multiple crises facing the nation.
As his presidency came to an end, President Trump issued a wave of pardons and commutations in his final hours in office. Among those pardoned were his former aide Steve Bannon and a list of individuals that generated controversy and criticism.
January 2021 will be remembered as a month of turmoil, from the violent assault on the U.S. Capitol to the inauguration of a new president. The events underscored the challenges facing the country and the need for healing, unity, and accountability moving forward.
Written in part in collaboration with ChatGPT on June 5, 2023
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Sources for Profile In Focus | Wikileaks - Part 20 (January 2021):
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QAnon: What is it and where did it come from? – BBC News January 6, 2021
Pro-Trump mob storms US Capitol in bid to overturn election – AP News January 6, 2021
Chaos, violence, mockery as pro-Trump mob occupies Congress – AP News January 7, 2021
Analysis: Trump’s rage ignites mob assault on democracy – AP News January 7, 2021
Invoke the 25th Amendment–Now – Brookings January 7, 2021
After excusing violence, Trump acknowledges Biden transition – January 7, 2021
Insurrection marks moment of reckoning for Republicans – AP News January 7, 2021
Somber Senate unites to reject election challenges – AP News January 7, 2021
Biden win confirmed after pro-Trump mob storms US Capitol – January 7, 2021
A Christian Insurrection – The Atlantic January 8, 2021
Can Trump be charged with inciting a riot? Legal bar is high – AP News January 8, 2021
Text of impeachment resolution under House consideration – AP News January 13, 2021
Trump impeached after Capitol riot in historic second charge – AP News January 13, 2021
Trump has not invoked the Insurrection Act of 1807 – AP News January 13, 2021
Capitol rioters included highly trained ex-military and cops – AP News January 15, 2021
NY prosecutors interview Michael Cohen about Trump finances – AP News January 15, 2021
Alexei Navalny detained after landing in Moscow – DW January 17, 2021
Police command structure crumbled fast during Capitol riot – AP News January 18, 2021
Alexei Navalny’s detainment is ‘utterly incomprehensible,’ says Germany’s Maas – DW January 18, 2021
Off the Rails: Episode library – Axios January 18, 2021
Navalny team releases investigation into ‘Putin’s Palace’ – DW January 19, 2021
Alexei Navalny: Poisoned Putin critic Navalny to be kept in custody – BBC January 19, 2021
An inauguration unlike any other amid a pandemic, unrest – AP News January 19, 2021
McConnell: Trump ‘provoked’ Capitol siege, mob was fed lies – AP News January 19, 2021
The Latest: Hawley blocks quick confirmation of DHS nominee – AP News January 19, 2021
EXPLAINER: Election claims, and why it’s clear Biden won – AP News January 20, 2021
Trump bids farewell to Washington, hints of comeback – AP News January 20, 2021
Biden inaugural: Abrupt pivot to civility in post-Trump era – AP News January 20, 2021
Text of Biden’s inaugural address as the 46th president – AP News January 20, 2021
Biden takes the helm, appeals for unity to take on crises – AP News January 20, 2021
Biden’s inauguration goes off with no security issues – AP News January 20, 2021
Vice President Harris: A new chapter opens in US politics – AP News January 20, 2021
Full list of Trump’s last-minute pardons and commuted sentences – NBC News January 20, 2021
Trump pardons dozens in final hours, including ex-aide Steve Bannon – BBC January 20, 2021
Trump pardons and commutations – the full list – The Guardian January 20, 2021
Here Are Some of the People Trump Pardoned – The New York Times January 20, 2021