Trump supporters harass media and smash cameras during Washington protest
Supporters of Donald Trump have harassed members of the media and smashed cameras during protests in Washington.
A number of journalists were forced to abandon their equipment in a set-up area after violent thugs forced their way in.
The angry mob was caught on camera kicking over lights and battering expensive cameras with sticks and flags.
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A Trump Supporter attacks media crews. Supplied
9News US Correspondent Amelia Adams witnessed the chaos while reporting from the city.
"We were constantly harassed and abused and some of our colleagues really came under attack," she said.
"The Associated Press had all of their camera gear smashed and destroyed."
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A number of reporters were abused by the demonstrators. Nine
Protesters stormed the Capitol as lawmakers held Joint Session to certify the Electoral College count of the presidential election.
Four protesters were killed during the violence.
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