Key takeaways: Jan. 6 committee paints the Capitol riot as the last gasp of Trump's effort to cling to power

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Jul 22, 2022 Key takeaways: Jan. 6 committee paints the Capitol riot as the last gasp of Trump's effort to cling to power As a violent mob overran the Capitol after his rally on Jan. 6, then-President Donald Trump wasn't sorry or alarmed, the House Jan. 6 committee showed in a public hearing Thursday night. The attack served as his last, slim hope of retaining power by delaying certification of Joe Biden's victory, the committee argued, and Trump didn't want to see the riot quelled too quickly as Congress met to tally the electoral votes. Read More Follow Us Get the NBC News Mobile App Check out all NBC News newsletters here. 30 Rockefeller Plaza New York, NY 10112 View in browser | Unsubscribe | Contact | Privacy