Oregon State Capitol breach
| Oregon State Capitol breach | |
|---|---|
| Part of COVID-19 anti-lockdown protests in the United States | |
| Date | December 21, 2020 |
| Location | |
| Caused by | Opposition to COVID-19 mitigation measures |
On December 21, 2020, a group of protesters demonstrated at the Oregon State Capitol against health restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic in Oregon.[1] A security video released in January 2021 showed Representative Mike Nearman allowing armed insurrectionists to enter. The Oregon House of Representatives voted 59–1 to expel him for his actions.[2]
References[]
- ^ "Republican who let violent protesters into Oregon state capitol is charged". The Guardian. Associated Press. May 1, 2021. Archived from the original on August 13, 2021. Retrieved August 12, 2021.
- ^ Borrud, Hillary (June 10, 2021). "Oregon Rep. Mike Nearman expelled from Legislature in historic 59-1 rebuke". The Oregonian. Archived from the original on August 13, 2021. Retrieved August 12, 2021.
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