Trump called for “healing and reconciliation” and said he would turn his focus to the transition, in a message that appeared designed to quell growing alarm among even his closest allies and aides.
President Donald Trump, in a video message on Thursday night, condemned the storming of the U.S. Capitol – which occurred after he urged his angry supporters to take action – and said he would prepare for the administration of President-elect Joe Biden. “The demonstrators who infiltrated the Capitol have defiled the seat of American democracy,” Trump said of the violence, which left several people dead. “To those who engage in the acts of violence and destruction: you do not represent our country. And to those who broke the law: you will pay.” The video followed a wave of resignations from his administration and calls from top congressional Democrats, former White House aides, business leaders, and even the editorial page of the Wall Street Journal for Trump’s removal from office over his role in inciting the insurrection.
Members of Congress have also discussed impeachment.
