The January 6 Select Committee, chaired by Democrat Bennie Thompson, appeared to have deceptively edited security footage from the Capitol Hill riot that unfolded on January 6th. Fox News host Tucker Carlson released new unseen footage showing scenes that ran contrary to some of the narratives put forth by the committee claiming it was an “insurrection”.
One particular piece of footage showed Jacob Chansley, a.k.a. the “Qanon Shaman” being calmly escorted through the Capitol by police officers – contrary to what was implied in the video put out by Thompson and Pelosi’s committee.
When pressed by Kerry Picket of the Washington Times if the committee had deceptively edited footage, Thompson denied it and added he did not know who Chansley was – further calling into question his credibility as chairperson for this select committee.
Thompson also claimed it wasn’t true that they selectively edited security footage to paint an image of insurrection – even though their tape on former President Donald Trump appeared to do just that. The tape showed Trump referring to his peaceful rally over a mile away but played over visuals of clashes between rioters and police – suggesting Trump praised them when he did not.
It is clear from this incident that Thompson and Pelosi’s committee were more interested in pushing their political agenda than providing an honest and impartial account of what happened at the Capitol Hill riot on January 6th – which is concerning for those looking for accountability in our government officials.
