The Delay in National Guard Response: Uncovering the Chaos and Failures

🔍The delayed response of the National Guard on January 6th led to an inability to quell the violence and protect the Capitol.

⏰The delay of over 3 hours and 19 minutes was due to the chaos and disarray at the Pentagon caused by the actions and instructions of the former President.

💔The delayed response put the lives of lawmakers, law enforcement, and staff in danger, and resulted in injuries and loss of life.

🤔The inconsistencies and contradictions within the Department of Defense and Army leadership's responses further exacerbated the confusion and delays.

🙌The brave whistleblowers from the DC National Guard have come forward to share their experiences and shed light on the failures of the system.

Why was there a delay in the National Guard response?

—The delayed response was due to chaos and disarray at the Pentagon caused by the actions and instructions of the former President.

What were the consequences of the delayed response?

—The delayed response put the lives of lawmakers, law enforcement, and staff in danger, resulting in injuries and loss of life.

Did the Department of Defense and Army leadership contribute to the delays?

—Yes, inconsistencies and contradictions within the Department of Defense and Army leadership's responses further exacerbated the confusion and delays.

Why did the whistleblowers from the DC National Guard come forward?

—The whistleblowers came forward to share their experiences and shine a light on the failures of the system in order to prevent a similar situation in the future.

What is being done to address the issues that led to the delayed response?

—The select committee on January 6th conducted an investigation to identify the failures and make recommendations to ensure a more prepared and coordinated response in the future.

00:00The video begins with the subcommittee on oversight coming to order and acknowledging the presence of whistleblowers.

08:11The opening statements emphasize the delayed response of the National Guard on January 6th and the reasons behind it, including the chaos and disarray at the Pentagon.

09:59The video mentions the investigations conducted by the select committee on January 6th and highlights the role of whistleblowers in shedding light on the failures of the system.

13:13Ranking members provide their perspectives and express gratitude to the witnesses for their service and sacrifice.

14:00The hearings aim to uncover the truth, examine the consequences of the delayed response, and ensure preparedness for future incidents.