January 6 marks key historical events including US Capitol riots and Roosevelt's passing

January 6 marks significant historical events, including the 2021 US Capitol riots, where supporters of then-President Trump stormed the Capitol to disrupt the certification of Joe Biden's election victory. The chaos resulted in five deaths and numerous injuries. On this day in 2001, Congress certified George W. Bush as the winner of the 2000 presidential election after a Supreme Court ruling. This ended a contentious legal battle and set the stage for his presidency. Other notable events include Britain's recognition of the People's Republic of China in 1950 and Samuel Morse's first telegraph demonstration in 1838, which initiated a communications revolution. January 6 is also celebrated as the Epiphany in Christian traditions.