Congress Members Display Jan. 6 Police Honor Plaques

Honoring Police on Capitol Hill

• 📌 Nearly 100 members of Congress have displayed plaques honoring the police who defended the Capitol on January 6th.
• 💡 Congressman Joe Morell of New York was a leader in this effort to ensure the police and the memory of that day are honored and not forgotten.

Remembering January 6th

• 🏛️ The plaque serves as a visual reminder of one of the darkest days in American history, specifically the attempt to overthrow the 2020 election.
• 🗣️ Speakers emphasize the importance of honoring the officers and their crucial role in American history, especially within the institution of Congress.

Historical Context and Lessons

• 📜 The discussion touches on American history being marked by violence and the ongoing need to learn from the past and strive for improvement.
• ⚠️ It is noted that the plaques displayed are replicas, as the original plaque, despite a law requiring its display, has never been hung at the Capitol.