In this powerful and unfiltered conversation, Capitol Police Officer Daniel Hodges joins The Wire Tap to recount his experience on January 6—what he saw, what he endured, and why he continues to speak out.
From the brutal tunnel fight inside the Capitol to the long aftermath of injuries, testimony, and political fallout, Hodges walks us through the reality behind one of the most consequential days in modern American history. This is not a retelling from a distance—this is a firsthand account from the front line.
We discuss:
The buildup to January 6 and warning signs that were missed
What it was like to be outnumbered and under attack
The now-famous tunnel fight and the moment he thought he might die
The physical and psychological aftermath
Why many officers stayed silent—and why he didn’t
Congressional hearings, trials, and accountability
Trump’s return to power and the impact of mass pardons
What defending democracy actually looks like in practice
This is a conversation about memory, truth, and the cost of standing your ground when it matters most.
