In an awe-inspiring show of nature’s uncooked energy, lightning struck the enduring U.S. Capitol constructing on New 12 months’s Eve because the nation bid farewell to 2024 and welcomed 2025.
Lightning strikes on the U.S. Capitol constructing in Washington, D.C., are uncommon however not extraordinary. The Capitol is supplied with lightning safety methods, together with lightning rods, that are designed to soundly channel electrical vitality into the bottom.
The lightning strike comes on the finish of a yr marked by political division, financial uncertainty, and rising dissatisfaction with Biden’s management. Many conservatives view the occasion as an ominous signal—even perhaps divine intervention.
WATCH:
U.S. Capitol Constructing struck by lightning as we shut out 2024 and head into 2025.
God is sending us a message. pic.twitter.com/U9NWTjQkrH
— Christian Ziegler (@ChrisMZiegler) January 1, 2025
Social media erupted with reactions to the lightning strike, with hundreds weighing in on its potential that means.
God is sending a message! It’s time for Joe to get his ass out of there.
— Adam Smith (@AdamSmithKY) January 1, 2025
Good signal for the present admin to depart.
— Sputnik (@VasBroughtToX) January 1, 2025
Correct sendoff for Joe
— PetiePal (@PetiePal) January 1, 2025
Wow, that’s a cool shot.. The universe is making an attempt to say one thing. Gonna be an fascinating 2025!! Bucket up!!
— Kimber Le (@le_kimber77) January 1, 2025
Might be a superb or dangerous omen I’m undecided find out how to interpret it
— Leah Carothers (@LeahCCarothers) January 1, 2025