Where Was The National Guard When The Capitol Was Breached?

The transcript describes the violent breach of the US Capitol by protesters, who reached the Senate floor, prompting questions about the absence of the National Guard. Despite warnings from DC's mayor, the Guard was not deployed, contrasting sharply with the heavy military presence during the June protests following George Floyd's death. The president had previously called for military action against protesters, but in 2021, the Capitol was overrun before the Guard was activated.

What actions did the protesters take in relation to the Capitol police?

What was the response of DC's mayor regarding the National Guard?

How did the deployment of the National Guard differ between the protests following George Floyd's death and the Capitol incident?

What was the president's stance on the military's involvement in protests?

What does the phrase 'armed protesters had overrun the capital of democracy' imply about the events of 2021?