2:25 – 2:26 p.m. - 2:25 – 2:26 p.m.

2:25 p.m.: Ryan McCarthy speaks to Maj. Gen. William Walker, Mayor Muriel Bowser, and D.C. city officials on a conference call. According to a congressional fact sheet, he directs Walker “to prepare to move the [Quick Reaction Force] to the Capitol Building and support the USCP, but to remain at the Armory until he confirmed approval from Acting [Secretary Miller].” Ryan McCarthy leaves the room to speak to Christopher Miller. (via the House Committee on Oversight and Reform)

2:25 p.m.: Rioters in the building open the east-side doors of the Capitol Rotunda, letting in more people. At the same time, one floor below, rioters push through police and enter the building. House members are told to be prepared to use gas masks. (via the Wall Street Journal)

2:26 p.m.: Mike Pence is evacuated to a secure location. (via the Wall Street Journal)