ELECTION RESULT

Hundreds participate in “Stop The Steal” rally at Utah State Capitol

Jan 6, 2021, 8:01 PM | Updated: Nov 8, 2022, 11:38 am

(Some of the flags and signs outside the Utah State Capitol.  Credit: Paul Nelson)...

(Some of the flags and signs outside the Utah State Capitol. Credit: Paul Nelson)

(Some of the flags and signs outside the Utah State Capitol. Credit: Paul Nelson)

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah – Hundreds of President Trump’s supporters in Utah gather on the Capitol grounds to protest what they call the stealing of the presidential election.  Meanwhile, elected officials in Utah condemned the breach of the US Capitol in Washington D.C.

“Stop the Steal” rallies took place in states like Georgia, New Mexico, Minnesota.  In Utah’s rally, hundreds of people chanted “USA” while waving pro-Trump flags and carrying signs protesting the results of the election. 

(Credit: Paul Nelson)

“My vote was stolen from me and taken away.  I’m here to take it back,” said protester Braxton Southwick.

Southwick was joined by others saying they have extreme doubts about the integrity of the ballot counting process in states like Georgia and Pennsylvania.

“In the middle of the night, when everybody was kicked out and we woke up the next morning and Biden was ahead by a couple hundred thousand votes in only the swing states,” he said.

Other protesters, like Michael Dixon, believe they have doubts all of the spikes in votes could have gone in Biden’s favor.

Dixon reported, “Ever since November 3rd, most of us have been doing nothing but reading and living and eating and dying what has been going on with this election.”

State houses in other states had to be evacuated because of the number of protesters, but no such evacuation happened in Salt Lake City.  Workers at the Capitol were allowed to leave early if they felt unsafe.  No physical damage was done to the Capitol grounds.

Response from Utah’s elected leaders

After the doors of the U.S. Capitol were breached, elected officials like Governor Spencer Cox and Attorney General Sean Reyes made statements condemning the violence. 

Governor Cox tweeted a video with the statement, “We are better than this, America.”

Reyes issued a statement saying, “”I condemn, in the strongest terms, the acts of violence at our nation’s Capital Building today. I pray for the safety of law enforcement working to keep order, for legislators of all parties as well as other civilians who are protesting peacefully. There is no place for violence in our political discourse, even over the most serious issues and disagreements. We are a nation of laws. This is not how Conservatives and Republicans behave. This is absolutely unacceptable.”

The strongest words came from Senator Mitt Romney, pointing the blame for the protests squarely on President Trump.

He stated, “What happened here today was an insurrection, incited by the President of the United States. Those who choose to continue to support his dangerous gambit by objecting to the results of a legitimate, democratic election will forever be seen as being complicit in an unprecedented attack against our democracy. They will be remembered for their role in this shameful episode in American history. That will be their legacy.”

 

RELATED ARTICLES

Capitol complex secure after violent occupation

Protestors swarm Statehouses across US, some evacuated

World leaders express shock at storming of US Capitol

We want to hear from you.

Have a story idea or tip? Send it to the KSL NewsRadio team here.

Today’s Top Stories

Election Result

Democrat Katie Hobbs (left) will win Arizona's governor's race, CNN projects, defeating Republican ...

Maeve Reston, CNN

Katie Hobbs will win Arizona governor’s race, CNN projects, defeating Trump favorite Kari Lake

Nearly a week after the election, Arizona Democrat Katie Hobbs will win the Arizona governor's race, CNN projects.

1 year ago

Maeve Reston, CNN

Democrat Mark Kelly will win reelection to US Senate, CNN projects

CNN projects that Arizona Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly will defeat Republican challenger Blake Masters.

1 year ago

The exterior of Orem High School, in Orem, Utah. This is one of the high schools that would have sp...

Simone Seikaly

Orem mayor feeling positive despite failure of Proposition 2

Orem Mayor David Young admits he was disappointed about Proposition 2 failing, but he feels positive about starting the conversation. 

1 year ago

Orem High School from Alpine School District is pictured. alpine school district split debate...

Chris Jacobs

Alpine School District will not split, according to preliminary results

Initial numbers showed that over 70% of voters in Orem chose not to split the Alpine School District to create an Orem Schoo District.

1 year ago

Republican Florida Governor Ron DeSantis celebrates onstage during his 2022 midterm elections night...

Eric Bradner, Dan Merica and Gregory Krieg, CNN

Takeaways from the 2022 midterms: Battle for control of the House and Senate still up in the air

Control of the House and Senate was unknown by Wednesday morning.

1 year ago

open space bond...

Elizabeth Weiler

So far, most Salt Lake County voters have approved the open space bond

The parks, trails, and open spaces bond, according to the Salt Lake City website, will continue to enhance the public lands system.

1 year ago

Sponsored Articles

close up of rose marvel saliva blooms in purple...

Shannon Cavalero

Drought Tolerant Perennials for Utah

The best drought tolerant plants for Utah can handle high elevations, alkaline soils, excessive exposure to wind, and use of secondary water.

Group of cheerful team members high fiving each other...

Visit Bear Lake

How To Plan a Business Retreat in Bear Lake This Spring

Are you wondering how to plan a business retreat this spring? Read our sample itinerary to plan a team getaway to Bear Lake.

Cheerful young woman writing an assignment while sitting at desk between two classmates during clas...

BYU EMBA at the Marriott School of Business

Hear it Firsthand: 6 Students Share Their Executive MBA Experience at BYU’s Marriott School of Business

The Executive MBA program at BYU offers great opportunities. Hear experiences straight from students enrolled in the program.

Skier being towed by a rider on a horse. Skijoring....

Bear Lake Convention and Visitors Bureau

Looking for a New Winter Activity? Try Skijoring in Bear Lake

Skijoring is when someone on skis is pulled by a horse, dog, animal, or motor vehicle. The driver leads the skiers through an obstacle course over jumps, hoops, and gates.

Banner with Cervical Cancer Awareness Realistic Ribbon...

Intermountain Health

Five Common Causes of Cervical Cancer – and What You Can Do to Lower Your Risk

January is National Cervical Cancer Awareness month and cancer experts at Intermountain Health are working to educate women about cervical cancer.

Kid holding a cisco fish at winterfest...

Bear Lake Convention and Visitors Bureau

Get Ready for Fun at the 2023 Bear Lake Monster Winterfest

The Bear Lake Monster Winterfest is an annual weekend event jam-packed full of fun activities the whole family can enjoy.

Hundreds participate in “Stop The Steal” rally at Utah State Capitol