By Natalia Rueda 
Three years have passed since the shocking assault on the United States Capitol but its relevance remains valid. As the country prepares for the presidential election in November, the events of January 6, 2021 have become a weapon between current President Joe Biden and his predecessor, Donald Trump.
Events January 6, 2021
January 6, 2021 will go down in history as one of the darkest events in American democracy. As Congress met to certify Joe Biden’s victory as president-elect, a mob of Donald Trump supporters stormed the Capitol, causing chaos and violence.
This act of insurrection, instigated by Trump himself, has been condemned by political leaders and citizens around the world.
What initially seemed like a peaceful demonstration soon turned into uncontrollable chaos. Protesters, Trump supporters, wearing red hats and carrying American flags, smashed windows, ransacked offices and clashed with police. They even managed to break into the building and occupy the Senate and House of Representatives rooms, interrupting the session that was certifying Biden’s victory.
As chaos raged at the Capitol, Trump refused to condemn the violence by his supporters and instead continued to claim that the election had been stolen from him. It was only after several hours of chaos and violence that he finally asked his followers to leave “peacefully.” But by then the damage had been done, five people died during the assault.
What will happen to Trump?
The U.S. Supreme Court’s recent decision to take up a case over Trump’s expulsion from the Republican primary in Colorado puts the court in a position to determine his election eligibility. This decision comes after several states have disqualified Trump, citing his participation in the assault on the Capitol.
The former president faces criminal charges in federal court for his role in spreading false theories about election fraud and his attempt to interfere with the peaceful transition of power.
As the Supreme Court and other courts continue to review and rule on cases against Trump, the broader implications of the assault on the Capitol cannot be ignored. The attack exposed the deep divisions and polarization within American society and the dangers of political rhetoric that incites violence.
As the country looks ahead to the November elections, what happened on January 6, 2021 will undoubtedly play a major role in shaping the political landscape. Trump’s political future is uncertain and it remains to be seen what decision the Supreme Court makes.