Trump official declines to call January 6 an ‘attack’, describing ‘protests and such’

Don Berthiaume, President Trump’s nominee for inspector general at the Department of Justice, dodged labeling the January 6 insurrection as an “attack” during his confirmation hearing, instead referring to it as “protests and such.” This stance has drawn significant scrutiny and criticism from senators who are questioning his commitment to accurately characterizing the events that occurred on that day. His reluctance to use the term “attack” underscores a broader issue regarding the administration’s approach to acknowledging the gravity of the insurrection, which many view as a critical moment for national security and democratic integrity.