The announcement comes after protesters rushed up the steps of the U.S. Capitol as Congress debated the presidential vote count.
“Today what we witnessed was riotous and unlawful behavior,” Metropolitan Police Department Chief Robert Contee said.
NBC reports the curfew will be in effect until 6 a.m. Thursday.
“I continue to urge all Washingtonians to stay home and stay calm, and if you see something, say something,” Bowser said in an address to the city. “But above all, stay home."
