Summary
House Speaker Mike Johnson provided an update on the planned plaque to honor police officers who defended the Capitol during the January 6 riot. The plaque, approved by lawmakers in 2022, is not yet displayed due to issues with the statute that authorized it. Some members of Congress have shown their dissatisfaction by placing replicas outside their offices.
Key Facts
- House Speaker Mike Johnson discussed a plaque meant to honor Capitol police from the January 6 riot.
- The plaque was approved by lawmakers in March 2022 with a one-year deadline for installation.
- The authorized statute for the plaque is described as "not implementable," and alternatives don't comply.
- The plaque is believed to be in storage, not on public display, as of January 2026.
- About 100 Congress members, mostly Democrats, placed replica posters outside their offices to highlight the plaque's absence.
- Two officers, Harry Dunn and Daniel Hodges, have sued over the delay.
- The Department of Justice wants the lawsuit dismissed, citing Congress's previous recognition of the officers.
- On Tuesday, Democrats plan to meet to discuss ongoing threats to elections.
