All HELL breaks loose in DC, Reports of pipe bombs, Tear gas, Capital breached, Armed standoff

(ETH) – Federal and local law enforcement are responding to reports of possible pipe bombs in multiple locations in Washington, DC. It’s unclear if the devices are real or a hoax, but they’re being treated as real.

Congress on Wednesday met to certify the Electoral College vote but was forced to go into lockdown as the Capitol Building was stormed by protesters — leading to unprecedented scenes in the building.

Protesters from a pro-Trump rally descended on the Capitol, clashing with police and leading authorities to lock down the buildings — and put the chambers into recess as lawmakers debated the certification of the Electoral College votes. Follow below for more updates. Mobile users click here.