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Eugene Goodman and other US Capitol officers on course to receive Congressional Gold Medal
US Capitol Officer Eugene Goodman has been singled out for his efforts to save politicians during the January 6 riots, as Speaker Nancy Pelosi says she will sponsor legislation awarding the Congressional Gold Medal to officers.
Key points:
- US Speaker Nancy Pelosi says officers who protected the Capitol should be awarded the Congressional Gold Medal
- The medal is the highest expression of national appreciation given by the US Congress
- Officer Eugene Goodman has been a focal point of praise with multiple videos displaying his heroism during the Capitol riots
Ms Pelosi said officers who protected the Capitol deserved to be awarded the honour, as they were “martyrs for our democracy”.
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