NEWS: Walt Disney Company CEO Bob Chapek Issues Statement on Events at US Capitol

The Walt Disney Company has issued a response to recent events at the US Capitol Building.

The statement was shared to The Walt Disney Company Twitter account tonight.

A message from CEO Bob Chapek pic.twitter.com/57W51qkM8j

— Walt Disney Company (@WaltDisneyCo) January 8, 2021

The statement reads:

“Yesterday was a sad and tragic day for our country, one unlike any other in our history. What we saw was an egregious and inexcusable assault on America’s most revered institution and our democracy. Thankfully, the democratic process that we hold dear ultimately prevailed.”

“Now, more than ever, it is imperative that we come together as one nation — united by our shared values, including decency, kindness, and respect for other. We should seize this opportunity, and move ahead with optimism and hope for a better, brighter future for all of America.”

We will continue to update with any further details from the Walt Disney Company on this matter.