Disturbing new details have emerged about the apparent murderous intentions of some of the pro-Trump rioters who stormed the US Capitol this week, including killing senior politicians Mike Pence and Nancy Pelosi.
Authorities have revealed that a vehicle found near the scene shortly after the siege contained a large number of firearms and explosives.
It comes as a Reuters photographer recounted what rioters were discussing as they tore through the Capitol on January 6 – including hanging the Vice President from a tree for being a “traitor”.
Despite being a Republican, Mr Pence is now loathed by a number of Trump supporters after endorsing Joe Biden’s electoral college victory.
In newly released footage, rioters can be heard chanting, “Where’s Mike Pence?” as they rush through the building, while others demand “heads on pikes”.
According to CNN, a terrified Mr Pence and his family — his wife Karen Pence, daughter Charlotte and brother, Representative Greg Pence —…