PBS’ Desjardins: Jan. 6 Commission Is Necessary, There’s ‘No Definitive Account’ of Riot

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DESJARDINS: "Now, I want to talk about the reasons why people say that this commission is needed. It's important to talk about that. Some say, point out that there's no definitive account right now of what happened on January 6th. That includes those who attack the Capitol, their reasons for attacking the Capitol, how much political rhetoric played into that, as well as the failures of security at the Capitol and at the Defense Department. There are conflicting versions all around and there's no definitive account of that. In addition, Capitol Police would like some leadership, who were responsible for the security, to be held accountable. This report could do that. Other Capitol Police tell me they want their stories told. I spoke to one who was involved in battle for the Rotunda, a heroine account that has not been told."