Defense Department Says ‘Lack Of Planning’ To Blame For Slow Response To Capitol Attack

The Department of Defense is blaming a “lack of planning” and a lack of coordination with Capitol Police for its slow response to Wednesday’s riot and attack on the United States Capitol, according to The Washington Post.

The nation is still reeling from the attack, which took place Wednesday, following a pro-Trump rally near the U.S. Capitol building. Supporters of President Donald Trump stormed the Capitol building, overwhelming Capitol Police, according to a number of officers’ accounts, and rampaged through the building. Five people died in the melee, including one Capitol Police officer.