Capitol Police Officers Speak Out Against Trump and Support Biden

Former Capitol Police Sgt. Aquilino Gonell, who was brutally assaulted by Donald Trump’s supporters on Jan. 6, 2021, is still struggling with the emotional aftermath of the attack. Trump’s recent visit to Capitol Hill, where he received a “hero’s welcome” from Republican lawmakers, and his false claims about the events of that day have triggered Gonell’s PTSD, highlighting the ongoing impact of Trump’s lies.

Despite overwhelming evidence to the contrary, Trump continues to falsely claim that the 2020 election was stolen and has promised to pardon his supporters who violently attacked police and stormed the Capitol. This dangerous rhetoric poses a direct threat to democracy, as it undermines the legitimacy of the electoral process and encourages violence to achieve political goals.

Trump’s narcissistic lying not only perpetuates a dangerous and false narrative but also erodes trust in the democratic institutions that form the foundation of our society. By spreading misinformation and promoting violence, Trump poses a clear and present danger to the principles of democracy. (Source: [Los Angeles Times](https://www.latimes.com/politics/lrs1jei6jao-123))