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Capitol secured after four hours; Congress reconvenes to certify election

By approximately 6 p.m. on Jan. 6, 2021, law enforcement secures the Capitol building after four hours of occupation. At 8 p.m., Congress reconvenes to complete the certification of the Electoral College results. Vice President Mike Pence presides over the session, which continues into the early morning hours of Jan. 7. Five people died during or in connection with the attack, including Capitol Police Officer Brian Sicknick.