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Riot shields and metal detectors are a reminder of deadly U.S. Capitol assault

13 Sept 19:35 Key points summarised by AI

A year after the Jan. 6 Capitol assault, visible signs of heightened security persist, including an increased police presence, riot shields, and metal detectors throughout the complex.
The U.S. Capitol Police department has been significantly strengthened with more officers and defensive equipment, aiming to rectify past intelligence, operational, and leadership failures.
Congress allocated $2.1 billion for security upgrades, including funds for the Capitol Police and new measures, transforming the once-public Capitol into a more restricted area.
Despite bipartisan calls for enhanced security post-attack, some measures, particularly the metal detectors at the House chamber entrances, face partisan opposition from House Republicans.

Yesterday 12:56 Key points summarised by AI

President Macron condemned widespread rioting and looting during nationwide protests, blaming far-left activists and criminals for the "unrestrained violence" and vowing accountability for those who "sought to bring down the Republic."
Over 2,400 arrests were made as protests against rising living costs and poor school conditions escalated, causing extensive damage to public buildings and businesses in cities like Paris, Limoges (where City Hall burned), Marseille, and Lyon.
The unrest, which organizers hoped would revive the "yellow vest" movement, saw political leaders trade blame, with Macron instructing prefects to protect public buildings and potentially ban future protests to prevent further disorder.