The last time the Senate convened, we had just reclaimed the capital from violent criminals.

We tried to stop Congress from doing our duty.

The mob was fed lies.

They were provoked by the president and other powerful people.

And they tried to use fear and violence to stop a specific proceeding of the first branch of the federal government, which they did not like.

But we pressed on.

We stood together and said an angry mob would not veto power over the rule of law in our nation.

Not even for one night.

We certified the people's choice for their 46 president.

Tomorrow, President elect Biden and Vice President elect Harris will be sworn in.