UPDATE:

As of approximately 3:30 pm ET, President Trump announced his intention to deploy the National Guard.

At President @realDonaldTrump’s direction, the National Guard is on the way along with other federal protective services.

We reiterate President Trump’s call against violence and to remain peaceful.

— Kayleigh McEnany (@PressSec) January 6, 2021

According to Lindsay Watts of Fox5DC, one person has been shot at the Capitol. President Trump has issued a second call for nonviolence.

BREAKING: DC paramedic source tells me one person shot in Capitol. CPR in progress

— Lindsay Watts (@LindsayAWatts) January 6, 2021

I am asking for everyone at the U.S. Capitol to remain peaceful. No violence! Remember, WE are the Party of Law & Order – respect the Law and our great men and women in Blue. Thank you!

— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) January 6, 2021

The Defense Department has blocked Washington Mayor Muriel Bowser (D) from deploying the National Guard to deal with the violent riot at the Capitol.

BREAKING: A source tells me The Defense Department has just denied a request by DC officials to deploy the National Guard to the US Capitol.

— Aaron C. Davis (@byaaroncdavis) January 6, 2021

*Original Post*

Full chaos has erupted on Capitol Hill as protestors have stormed the Capitol building. A joint session of Congress to certify the Electoral College results was forced into a recess and Vice President Pence was evacuated as violence erupted. The Capitol is on full lockdown and the surrounding office buildings have been told to shelter in place.

https://twitter.com/ElijahSchaffer/status/1346901420147167232

Early reports have indicated that gunshots were fired within the Capitol.

President Trump urged protestors to remain peaceful and avoid confrontation with Capitol Police. However, it seems the crowds have shown no signs of slowing down.

Protestors stormed the Capitol building and outnumbered law enforcement to gain access to the building by ripping down barricades and breaking heavily fortified security glass.

The video below shows protestors beating down doors to the Capitol.

DC’s Mayor Bowser has implemented a 6 pm emergency curfew for the city.

So far the National Guard has not arrived in DC to help tame the crowds and secure the Capitol. Both chambers have been evacuated and representatives will be transported to an unknown alternate location to ensure their safety.