Shooting occurred in the Capitol building

Shooting took place in the Capitol building in Washington. It is reported by The Washington Post.

One of the protesters supporters of the current US President Donald Trump was shot in the chest in the building of the American Congress. He is receiving medical attention.

Earlier, supporters of the American leader clashed with police near the Capitol in Washington. The police used tear gas and non-lethal weapons to disperse them, several people were injured. Protesters broke into the building and surrounded the Senate Hall. The Senate and House of Representatives suspended the meeting.