Former Capitol Police Chief Tom Manger reveals that a plaque memorializing officers who responded to the January 6 riot has not been installed due to its “politically divisive” nature. Originally approved for installation by March 2023, the plaque, which honors all officers and reads, “their heroism will never be forgotten,” has remained in a Capitol basement since Republicans took control of the House, with no directives to install it issued from leadership.
The plaque’s absence has sparked controversy, as Democratic leaders accuse their Republican counterparts of failing to comply with legal obligations to honor these officers. Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries recently called out the inaction, stating that it is both “unpatriotic” and “un-American” to neglect the memory of the officers who bravely defended the Capitol that day. The situation raises questions about how partisanship influences memorialization efforts in politics.
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