U.S. Capitol Attack Statement (January 7th, 2021)

WASHINGTON (January 7, 2021) –  The Congressional Football Game (CFG) – the charity game that brings together members of Congress, former NFL players, and U.S. Capitol Police to raise funds for local Washington, D.C. organizations – today released the following statement, condemning the violent attack on Capitol Hill:

The horrible invasion of the U.S. Capitol is shameful, unacceptable and flies in the face of every democratic principle we work together to protect.  We stand behind and remain deeply grateful for the U.S. Capitol Police and their law enforcement partners that demonstrated great courage in the face of perilous conditions to keep Congressional members, staffers and members of the media safe.

Our resolve to advance bipartisanship that reflects and furthers our shared values that condemns violence and destructive behavior is stronger now than ever. Those that caused physical, structural and emotional harm should be swiftly brought to justice and punished to the fullest extent of the law.

About the Congressional Football Game for Charity

The Congressional Football Game for Charity was first organized to honor and support the men and women of the U.S. Capitol Police and to support the families of fallen officers following the tragic shooting and death of Officer Jacob “JJ” Chestnut and Detective John Gibson at the U.S. Capitol. The organization now supports three local non-profits – The Capitol Police Memorial Fund, Our Military Kids, and A Advantage 4 Kids.