Hannah Alam, an NPR reporter who covered extremism, and Erin Schaaf, a New York Times photographer present during the Capitol siege, share gripping firsthand accounts of January 6th. They delve into the chaotic buildup to the siege, revealing the charged emotions and ideologies behind the crowd. Alam recounts the surreal experience of chaos inside the Capitol, while Schaaf highlights the fear and urgency faced by journalists and lawmakers. Together, they explore the profound implications for national security and the emotional toll of that historic day.
