Congress criticized for failure to honor Jan 6 police heroes
Congress has yet to install a plaque honoring the police officers who defended the US Capitol during the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection.
Rep. Zoe Lofgren and other top House Democrats have expressed frustration over the delay.
Despite a law mandating the plaque’s installation by March 2023, it remains incomplete.
The delay is speculated to be entangled in the political turmoil of 2024. It has drawn criticism from officers and Democrats alike, who view it as disrespectful.
Although Democratic committees have completed their tasks, Republican responses have been unclear, with the Speaker’s office providing no explanation.
Retired Capitol Police Sgt. Aqulino Gonell has emphasized the urgency of the plaque’s installation to honor the sacrifices made in defending democracy.
Calls for action have intensified among Democrats, with Rep. Bennie Thompson and House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries condemning the delay.
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