In a controversial display at the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, several Republican lawmakers booed and walked out during a ceremony honoring Capitol Police officers Harry Dunn and Aquilino Gonell.
These officers were recognized for their bravery during the January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol. The incident occurred as the officers were introduced as heroes, leading to a tense atmosphere in the legislative chamber.
This act of protest by some GOP members has sparked criticism and highlighted the ongoing political divisions surrounding the events of January 6. The officers were visiting as part of their support for President Joe Biden's reelection campaign.
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It's just appalling and disrespectful that these Republican lawmakers can't even put politics aside to honor the bravery and sacrifice of officers who protected our democracy.
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Pennsylvania Republicans boo officers who defended Capitol on Jan. 6
A number of Republican lawmakers in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives on Wednesday booed two law enforcement officers who defended the U.S. Capitol during the Jan. 6, 2021 attack. Numerous
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Pa. House Republicans walk out of ceremony for officers who defended U.S. Capitol during riot
Philadelphia, was introducing the officers and commending them for their heroic actions on Jan. 6 when several Republicans booed.
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Several Pa. House Republicans boo officers who defended Capitol on Jan. 6
Harry Dunn and Aquilino Gonell were invited to Pennsylvania’s House of Representatives — but several GOP lawmakers booed and some walked out, Democratic lawmakers said.
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