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The assault on the Capitol was done "at the encouragement of the President of the United States," says Bennie Thompson, the head of a congressional panel investigating last year's deadly Capitol riot, in presenting his initial findings on Donald Trump's role in the Jan. 6, 2021 attack. SOUNDBITE
The long-serving chief financial officer of Donald Trump's company, the Trump Organization, is brought into a courtroom in handcuffs for his indictment before a New York court. Allen Weisselberg pleaded not guilty to tax crimes after surrendering to state authorities. IMAGES
EU chief Ursula von der Leyen threatens to curbs EU exports of Covid-19 vaccines to ensure "reciprocity" with other suppliers. SOUNDBITE
Former US President Donald Trump "surrendered his role as Commander-in-Chief and became the inciter-in-chief of a dangerous insurrection," says lead House impeachment manager Jamie Raskin on the second day of the former president's second impeachment trial. SOUNDBITE
The Bidens moved quickly on Wednesday to fire White House chief usher Timothy Harleth. Harleth was installed by the Trumps, according to CNN. Harleth took the place of Angella Reid, who was hired during the Obama administration. The usher is responsible for the management of the building and oversees residence staff. Stephen Rochon was the chief usher from 2007 to 2011 and was by Trump to run the house. Rochon declined due to family reasons.