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Republican politician opens Oregon capitol door for far-right rioters

Guardian, 13 Jan 2021
Security footage shows the Republican state representative Mike Nearman leaving a door open and allowing far-right protesters into the Oregon capitol building during a special legislative session on 21 December. 
As politicians discussed coronavirus-related bills, about 50 protesters briefly breached the building. The capitol has been closed to the public as part of a pandemic safety measure.
It is not immediately clear if Nearman will face consequences for his actions. He has not commented
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