Protesters took to the streets of Washington DC and made their way inside the building, with Vice President Mike Pence being evacuated during clashes with police.
1. The protests
Protesters gathered outside the U.S. Capitol Building during a joint session Congress to ratify President-elect Joe Biden's 306-232 Electoral College win over President Donald Trump. (Photo by Tasos Katopodis/Getty Images) Photo: Tasos Katopodis
2. Taking over the stands
Rioters took over stands set up for the presidential inauguration Photo: OLIVIER DOULIERY
3. Crowds increase
Protesters gather on the U.S. Capitol Building after mass demonstrations in the nation's capital. Photo: Tasos Katopodis
4. Preparing to raid the building
A man calls on people to raid the building as Trump supporters clash with police and security forces. Photo: JOSEPH PREZIOSO
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