Never-before-seen footage from January 6, 2021, has emerged, revealing a candid moment in which then-Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi admits that the Capitol was not adequately secured during the infamous insurrection. The footage, filmed by Pelosi’s daughter, Alexandra Pelosi, captures a tense moment as the chaos at the Capitol unfolded.

In the video, Nancy Pelosi is heard expressing frustration and concern over the lack of preparedness for the events that were rapidly spiraling out of control. “We’re calling the National Guard now? They should have been here to start out,” she says in a strained voice, highlighting the critical lapse in security measures. Pelosi goes on to acknowledge the failure in securing the Capitol, stating, “We have totally failed. We need to take some responsibility for not moving to secure…”

The footage, which has just been made public, adds a new layer of insight into the behind-the-scenes struggles of that day. It underscores the gravity of the situation as congressional leaders grappled with the unfolding violence and the realization that security protocols had not been sufficiently enforced to protect the Capitol and its occupants.

This revelation is likely to reignite discussions about the preparedness and response of government officials during the January 6 attack, as well as their subsequent actions to address the security failures. As more details emerge, this footage will undoubtedly play a significant role in ongoing analyses and investigations related to that day.

For now, the footage serves as a stark reminder of the high-stakes decisions faced by leaders during one of the most turbulent moments in recent American history.