AP: Pence Told Pentagon In Urgent Jan. 6 Call To 'Clear the Capitol'

During the January 6 Capitol insurrection, Vice President Mike Pence urgently called the Pentagon, urging them to clear the Capitol. Despite his call, the response was slow, and rioters controlled the Capitol for hours. Congressional leaders are now demanding accountability from Pentagon leaders for their decision-making that day. The violence escalated after President Trump's speech, with requests for National Guard assistance delayed. It wasn't until after 4:30 PM, following a tweet from Trump, that the military plan was finalized. National Guard members arrived in riot gear by 5:20 PM, and the Capitol was declared secure by 8:00 PM.

What action did Vice President Mike Pence take during the January 6 insurrection?

• He called the Pentagon to urge action.

• He addressed the nation on live television.

• He met with congressional leaders in person.

• He ordered the National Guard to deploy immediately.

What was the response of the Pentagon to Pence's call?

• Immediate deployment of troops.

• A delayed response despite the urgency.

• A quick meeting with President Trump.

• An immediate press conference.

What event accelerated the January 6th violence?

• A protest by Capitol Police.

• A speech by President Trump.

• A decision by the Supreme Court.

• A tweet by Vice President Pence.

When did Army Secretary Ryan McCarthy approve National Guard support?

• At 4:30 PM.

• Shortly after 3:00 PM.

• At 2:10 PM.

• At 1:49 PM.

When was the Capitol declared secure on January 6?

• At 6:00 PM.

• At 7:30 PM.

• At 5:20 PM.

• At 8:00 PM.