His name is Eugene Goodman. In a now-viral video, he is seen confronting White Supremacists and using himself as bait to provide cover for the evacuation of lawmakers. He was alone in a hallway when the mob reached him, and Congress was being evacuated to the left. He lured the mob away from lawmakers, drawing them in the opposite direction and up the stairs.
Officer Goodman deserves recognition for his amazing bravery and selflessness. Because of him, Congress was evacuated safely and no lawmakers were assassinated on that terrible day. He risked everything to save others, and he is a hero.
https://slate.com/news-and-politics/2021/01/eugene-goodman-capitol-police-officer-hero-video.html
I remember watching the video clip of him running up the steps and thinking ‘oh god they’re going to murder this man, God protect him’
