Capitol violence fuels questions about policing and Donald Trump’s grip on power

With the US Capitol in the background, authorities stand behind newly placed fencing (Evan Vucci/AP)

The death of a police officer from injuries sustained as President Donald Trump’s supporters stormed the Capitol is forcing hard questions about the defeated president’s remaining days in office and the ability of the Capitol Police to secure the area.

The US Capitol Police said in a statement that Officer Brian D. Sicknick was injured “while physically engaging with protesters” during the Wednesday riot.