President George W. Bush condemns riots: "This is how election results are disputed in a banana republic"
Former President George W. Bush has released a statement condemning the storming of the US Capitol building this afternoon, describing it as "sickening" and "heartbreaking."
While Bush does not mention President Trump by name, there is a clear reference in his statement to both Trump and other Republican officials when the former president said:
"I am appalled by the reckless behavior of some political leaders since the election and by the lack of respect shown today for our institutions, our traditions, and our law enforcement."