Mayor Muriel Bowser says the District is ready for Election Day, the certification of the results on Jan. 6 and the presidential inauguration.

Washington, D.C., officials are preparing for another contentious period between Election Day and Inauguration Day but are hoping to prevent the security failures seen on Jan. 6, 2021. The aftermath of the 2020 election saw a riot at the Capitol while Congress certified the election results.

D.C. is ramping up security efforts ahead of the upcoming election season, with local and federal law enforcement agencies working to ensure safety.

In D.C., planning and preparation is underway for Election Day and the inauguration., D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser held a breakfast to update city council members.

D.C. is beefing up security from Election Day through Inauguration Day to avoid a repeat of the Jan. 6 U.S. Capitol riot. Why it matters: Locals may feel added stress and disruption as the city prepares for potential unrest.