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Former Republican Congresswoman Liz Cheney, who served as the vice chair of the bipartisan Congressional investigation into the attack, responded vehemently to Trump’s statements. She released a detailed statement accusing Trump of attempting to overturn the legitimate results of the 2020 presidential election and of provoking a mob to assault the Capitol. Cheney characterized Trump's actions as an attempt to seize power unlawfully, emphasizing that Trump watched the violence unfold without intervening for hours.
Her condemnation underscores a critical perspective within the Republican Party, one that acknowledges the serious nature of Trump’s behaviors and the consequences of the January 6 events.