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Several prominent conservative groups, political action committees, and politicians organized and funded charter buses to transport supporters to Washington, D.C., for the January 6, 2021, "Stop the Steal" rally that preceded the U.S. Capitol riot.The primary organizers and groups associated with the transportation included:

Turning Point Action: The political action committee led by Charlie Kirk initially boasted about sending 80 buses to D.C.. The group later clarified that they ultimately funded and sent seven buses carrying about 350 individuals. Some individuals who traveled on these buses were subsequently arrested and charged in connection with the Capitol breach.

State Senator Doug Mastriano: The Pennsylvania lawmaker used campaign funds to charter buses through Wolf's Bus Lines to bring constituents to the event. Mastriano attended the rally but maintained that he left the Capitol area before the protest turned violent.

Women for America First: Organizers of the "Stop the Steal" rally, including Amy Kremer, ran cross-country bus tours and helped hold government permits for the demonstration.

Local and Regional Organizers: Various conservative clubs and political candidates chartered regional buses. For instance, Pennsylvania political activist Frank Scavo organized buses for approximately 200 people and later pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor charge for participating in the Capitol riot.