Capitol Police Lieutenant Suspended After Jan. 6 Social Media Posts Surface

Officer Tarik Johnson Was Spotted Wearing MAGA Gear During Riot

Johnson's Actions Raise Questions About Loyalty to the Force

A Capitol Police lieutenant has been suspended after images from the Jan. 6 insurrection showed him wearing a Make America Great Again hat and other pro-Trump gear.

Lieutenant Tarik Johnson was seen in the images among a mob of rioters who stormed the Capitol in an attempt to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election.

Johnson's actions have raised questions about his loyalty to the Capitol Police and his willingness to uphold the law.

In a statement, the Capitol Police said that Johnson has been suspended pending an investigation.

Conclusion

Johnson's suspension is a reminder that the events of Jan. 6 were a serious threat to our democracy. It is also a reminder that law enforcement officers must be held to the highest standards of conduct.