In the United States, a man was arrested in connection with two pipe bombs that were placed outside the headquarters of the Republican and Democratic national committees. The devices were left on the night preceding the Capitol riot that occurred on January 6, 2021. This arrest, confirmed by sources familiar with the case, adds a significant development to an investigation that has remained active for nearly five years. The suspects involved had previously evaded capture, raising concerns about security during that tumultuous period. The homemade bombs, consisting of pipes, wires, kitchen timers, and black powder, were discovered by a passerby as rioters started to storm the Capitol building. The FBI reported these items and noted that the bombs were designed with a 60-minute kitchen timer as the mechanism for detonation. Fortunately, the bombs did not explode, and law enforcement had been able to deactivate them promptly. During the riot on January 6, 2021, US senators were inside the Capitol session to certify the results of the 2020 presidential election, which Joe Biden won, defeating Donald Trump. Amid escalating tensions, Donald Trump had addressed thousands of supporters in Washington D.C., where he made claims of voter fraud. This incitement of his supporters led to numerous individuals carrying weapons and contributed to a chaotic situation that lasted for over four hours before order was restored. As investigations unfolded, several individuals related to the riot faced charges, and a number of them were later pardoned by Trump. These pardons raised questions regarding accountability and the handling of the events surrounding the riot. The arrest received significant media attention as it not only marks a breakthrough in the ongoing investigation but also highlights the lingering impact of January 6 and the complexities surrounding it.