Trump downplays Jan 6 on anniversary of the Capitol siege

Former President Donald Trump marked the third anniversary of the Capitol assault by calling the migrant surge the "real" insurrection. He claimed countries are fueling a record number of crossings by emptying jails and mental institutions. Trump downplayed the riot and criticized the treatment of those involved. He campaigned in Iowa, signing hats and a Playboy magazine. He courted young conservative activists and attacked fellow Republicans, including Nikki Haley. Trump's rivals hope to emerge as the most viable alternative to him.