Today, January 7, 2026, marks the five-year anniversary of the attack on the U.S. Capitol, an event that continues to shape the american political landscape. Recent developments include the White House launching a new webpage dedicated to presenting its viewpoint on the events of January 6, 2021, sparking considerable debate and scrutiny.
Understanding the White House’s Narrative on January 6
The newly released webpage features a striking black-and-white image of former Speaker Nancy Pelosi, positioned prominently amongst other members of Congress. It asserts that the Democrats staged the real insurrection
and characterizes the 2020 election as having been stolen
. These claims directly contradict established facts and numerous investigations.
Furthermore, the page makes the demonstrably false assertion that no law enforcement officers lost their lives as a direct result of the attack. It also suggests that capitol Police officers unnecessarily escalated tensions
with those involved in the riot. Though, official records indicate that three officers died in the days following January 6th and their deaths were classified as being in the line of duty
.
Did You Know? According to a recent poll conducted by the Pew Research Center in December 2025, approximately 65% of Americans believe the January 6th attack was a threat to democracy.
The sheer volume of inaccuracies and distortions presented on this page is meaningful. Its difficult to identify what, if anything, the page accurately portrays beyond the date itself – January 6, 2021 – which is displayed in large lettering.
Why This Matters: Rewriting History and its Implications
Attempts to reinterpret the events of January 6th are not new, with both former President Trump and the Republican Party previously offering option narratives. However, this current
