Jan. 6 insurrection Coverage

North Carolina man sentenced to six years in prison for attacking police with pole at Capitol

WASHINGTON (AP) -- A man who became a fugitive after a federal jury convicted him of assaulting police officers during the U.S. Capitol riot was sentenced on Tuesday to six years in prison.

By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN, Associated Press

Durham-based political commentator arrested for role in Jan. 6 attack

Steve Baker is a conservative political commentator who wrote under the moniker "The Pragmatic Constitutionalist" in his trip to the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.

Durham man arrested for role in Jan. 6 riot at US Capitol

On Friday, a Durham-based journalist was arrested for his role in the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the United States Capitol.

Heidi Kirk, WRAL reporter

NC man found guilty of felony charges from Jan. 6 US Capitol breach

Christopher Spencer will receive his sentencing at a later date.

WRAL Staff

2 NC men found guilty of charges in Jan. 6 US Capitol attacks

Two North Carolina men have been found guilty of felony and misdemeanor charges for their roles during the breach of the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.

WRAL Staff

DRAUGHON DRAWS: Is Trump the law unto himself?

Sunday, Feb. 11, 2024 -- Capitol Broadcasting Company's editorial cartoonist.

Editorial: Trump's not above the law, regardless of what Rep. Dan Bishop may want

Thursday, Feb. 8, 2024 -- If Rep. Dan Bishop is concerned about telling the truth and lies, why was he the only North Carolinian among more than 60 co-sponsors of a resolution concluding Trump "did not engage in insurrection"?

Cary man found guilty of assault, was at leading edge of Jan. 6 attack on US Capitol

James Tate Grant, 31, of Cary, was among five men found guilty Friday for actions at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021. The group was among the first rioters to approach and attack Capitol police officers guarding the building.

What PolitiFact learned in 1,000 fact-checks of Donald Trump

The 45th president stands apart -- and the election year has barely started. Here's what our fact-checking data shows us about his Truth-O-Meter record so far.

PolitiFact reporters Grace Abels, Louis Jacobson, Renee Romo, and Amy Sherman

Donald Trump's immunity claim will likely delay trial, UNC law professor says

Former President Donald Trump is claiming immunity from prosecution in the election interference case. University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill law professor Michael Gerhardt explains how the claim will likely delay the trial.

Ashley Rowe, WRAL anchor/reporter

'Treacherous insurrection' or 'small debacle?' Where NC gubernatorial hopefuls stand on Jan. 6 attack

Three years after supporters of then-President Donald Trump raided the U.S. Capitol in an attempt to keep Trump in power, debate over the insurrection lingers.

Paul Specht, WRAL state government reporter

JAY CHAUDHURI: On Jan. 6, the General Assembly's leadership needs to make this pledge

Saturday, Jan. 6, 2024 -- The General Assembly leadership should expressly and unequivocally pledge they will not appoint insurrectionists, seditionists, and election deniers to our county boards of elections.

Should Trump be banned from ballot in North Carolina? State courts could soon decide

A legal filing claims Donald Trump is ineligible to be president, and that allowing him to run in the GOP primary election would be unfair to North Carolina Republicans since if they vote for Trump in the primary they could be wasting their chance to vote for an eligible candidate.

Will Doran, WRAL state government reporter

Editorial: U.S. Supreme Court needs to act quickly, not delay, on Trump's ballot status

Friday, Dec. 29, 2023 -- The U.S. Supreme Court needs to do its job, to take up and resolve Donald Trump's claims of presidential immunity. Trump deserves to know his status as a candidate. More importantly, voters deserve to cast meaningful ballots and they MUST know Trump's status BEFORE they vote.

NC couple arrested in connection to Jan. 6 insurrection

A couple from North Carolina has been arrested on felony and misdemeanor charges related to the breach of the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.

WRAL staff

Former Olympian sentenced for role in Jan. 6 attack on US Capitol

Prosecutors say Klete Keller chanted "F--k Nancy Pelosi!" and "F--k Chuck Schumer!" while inside the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.

NC man arrested for assaulting officers, pushing open Capitol doors during Jan. 6 riot

A North Carolina man has been arrested for his actions during the breach of the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.

WRAL Staff

New polling shows U.S. voters pessimistic about democracy, split on Trump/Biden rematch

New national polling by Survey USA this week finds voters are deeply pessimistic about American democracy, and many expect future election violence. Meantime, they're evenly split on a Biden/Trump rematch.

Laura Leslie, WRAL Capitol Bureau Chief

New effort to keep Trump off ballots has roots in North Carolina and Jan. 6 attack

The 14th Amendment disqualifies anti-government insurrectionists from holding federal office. Some of Trump's opponents say it should be invoked against him because of the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol. Conservatives say it doesn't apply to Trump.

Will Doran, WRAL state government reporter

DRAUGHON DRAWS: If the hat fits, wear it

Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2023 -- Capitol Broadcasting Company's editorial cartoonist.

NC man accused of stealing police shield in Jan. 6 attack on US Capitol

A Rutherford County man referred to on social media as "#ShieldGrampy" is charged with assaulting law enforcement officers during the Jan. 6, 2021, riot.

Latest indictment unlikely to hurt Trump with GOP base in NC, experts say

The federal indictment unsealed this week against former President Donald Trump has been described as the most momentous in U.S. political history. But experts say it's unlikely to have much effect on Trump's political base.

Laura Leslie, WRAL capitol bureau chief

Trump indicted in attempt to overturn 2020 presidential election

Former President Trump has been indicted in connection to Jan. 6th and efforts to overturn the 2020 election.

Special counsel: Will seek a speedy trial of former President Trump

Special counsel Jack Smith discussed the charges levied against former President Donald Trump.

Special Report: Trump indicted for efforts to overturn 2020 election

Donald Trump is indicted on charges of conspiracy linked to his efforts to overturn the outcome of the 2020 presidential election.