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Heroes Behind the Badge: Capitol Police Chief Steve Sund's Story - Part II
Former U.S. Capitol Police Chief Steven Sund provides an unprecedented insider account of January 6th's security response. In this riveting episode, Chief Sund reveals the critical decisions, bureaucratic hurdles, and shocking details of how his officers defended Congress against overwhelming odds.
Key Takeaways:
273 Capitol Police officers faced an estimated 30,000 protesters
The National Guard's response was delayed by 71 minutes due to "optics" concerns
Despite being vastly outnumbered, officers maintained remarkable restraint with only one shot fired
The Capitol was cleared within 5…
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