GOP Senators Block January 6 Commission , That Would Investigate Capitol Riot .
The vote of 54 to 35 in favor of legislation that would form the commission fell short of the 60 Senate votes needed to ensure its passage.
Six GOP Senators crossed the aisle, joining Democrats in voting to form the commission.
GOP Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell led the effort to block its formation.
I do not believe the additional extraneous commission that Democratic leaders want would uncover crucial new facts or promote healing, Sen.
Mitch McConnell, (R-KY), via 'The New York Times'.
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer chastised Senate Republicans before the vote, referring to the commission as "an American obligation.".
What are you afraid of, the truth?
Are you afraid that Donald Trump’s big lie will be dispelled?, Sen.
Chuck Schumer, (D-NY), via 'The New York Times'.
The commission would have been similar to the one formed after the 9/11 terrorist attacks, .
With the intention of gaining a comprehensive understanding into how the U.S. Capitol came to be breached on Jan.
6 for the first time since the War of 1812
