Trump supporters clash with police and security forces as they invade the inauguration platform of the U.S. Capitol. (Photo: AFP)

A senior Human Rights Watch (HRW) official has blasted U.S. President Donald Trump for “sitting idly by” when his supporters attack the U.S. Capitol while condoning the use of teargas and force against peaceful Black Lives Matter protesters.

Trump supporters assault CongressThe U.S. Capitol descended into chaos and violence Wednesday as hundreds of pro-Trump rioters swarmed the building and at least one person was shot dead, forcing the Senate to evacuate and Vice President Mike Pence to be ushered to a secure location.

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