You cannot be serious. Those in the MAGA cult have their own reality and it is not reality.
The
January 6th attack on the U.S. Capitol resulted in significant damage to the building and its surrounding areas, including the
inauguration platform,
statues,
murals, and
furniture.
Property damage, expenses for the
Capitol Police, and security upgrades are estimated to have cost taxpayers $2.7 billion.
Specific Examples of Damage:
- Inauguration Platform: The platform was destroyed, with broken glass and debris scattered everywhere.
- Sound and Photography Equipment: Sound systems and photography equipment were either damaged beyond repair or stolen.
- Historical Statues, Murals, and Furniture: These were damaged, primarily by pepper spray and other chemical irritants.
- Windows and Doors: Windows were broken, and doors were splintered.
- Paintings and Balustrades: Paintings and stone balustrades were stained with pepper spray.
- Office Vandalism: Congressional offices were vandalized, including Speaker Pelosi's office.
Costs and Repairs:
- Total Damage:
The estimated cost of the damage to the Capitol complex, including repairs, security improvements, and other expenses, was $30 million.
- Taxpayer Costs:
The Government Accountability Office estimates the total cost to taxpayers at $2.7 billion, including property damage, police expenses, and security upgrades.
- Repairs:
Extensive repairs were needed, including covering gaping holes with plywood and clearing debris.