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Siege On Democracy

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Siege on Democracy is a podcast about the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6. with interviews and information you haven't heard before. FOX 5 reporter Lindsay Watts and FOX 5 photojournalist Van Applegate examine the police response, the lives lost and the people now facing federal charges. We investigate how this could happen and share our crew's own experiences from covering the riot both inside and outside the Capitol.

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Introducing The Banfield Trial: Unfiltered Courtroom Notes 14.01.2026 19:54

A quiet Fairfax County neighborhood. A trusted au pair. A marriage hiding dark secrets. In a new podcast from FOX 5 DC, we take you inside the courtroom as the murder trial of Brendan Banfield begins — a case prosecutors say was fueled by an illicit affair and an unthinkable plan. Jurors are hearing explosive testimony about a secret relationship, an alleged plot to stage a violent home invasion,...

8: Siege On Democracy: Toll of the siege with Capitol officer Harry Dunn 05.08.2021 25:40

In the seventh episode, we talk to Capitol Police Officer Harry Dunn about testifying before Congress, the backlash that’s followed and the mental toll of the insurrection. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

7: Siege On Democracy: Raskin Doctrine 17.03.2021 33:06

In the sixth episode we talk to Congressman Jamie Raskin about losing a child, fleeing a mob and impeaching a President. Plus why he believes Trump could still be barred from holding office. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

6: Siege On Democracy: Siege from the Stoop 10.03.2021 25:21

The fifth episode is the story behind a viral video: '#guyonporch' enraged by the riot makes a connection with '#womanincar' who’s moved by his words. Plus how D.C. residents remain impacted by the assault on their city. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

5: Siege On Democracy: A House Divided 03.03.2021 33:17

The fourth episode of Siege On Democracy is about a family that will never be the same after Jan. 6. A father in jail, a son turned FBI informant and a mother who says her family and her heart are broken. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

4: Siege On Democracy: Full Interview with Rod Rosenstein (Bonus episode) 23.02.2021 37:40

In an exclusive wide-ranging interview, Former Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein talks to FOX 5’s Lindsay Watts about how Capitol rioters could be prosecuted, his time with the “chaotic” Trump administration, his role in the child separation policy, allegations he wanted to wear a wire to record Trump and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

3: Siege On Democracy: Making the Case 23.02.2021 33:37

In the third episode, an accused rioter speaks out days after she was arrested by FBI. In an exclusive interview, former Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein weighs in on how rioters will be prosecuted. And the attorney for the QAnon Shaman gives insight into his defense strategy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2: Siege On Democracy: Heroes of Democracy 17.02.2021 37:00

In the second episode you'll hear the genuine shock and horror that one D.C. police officer experienced on Jan. 6. Plus we’re taking a deeper look at the response by Capitol Police including an officer wearing a MAGA hat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1: Siege On Democracy: Live from the Capitol Riot 03.02.2021 38:09

In the first episode of Siege On Democracy, you'll hear from FOX 5 crews who were live from the riot on Jan. 6. Reporter Tom Fitzgerald was trapped inside the Capitol forced to barricade in a basement closet. Crews outside were threatened, assaulted and spit on. We'll take you through the timeline of the day- how a large protest became a violent insurrection and the new information we've learned s...